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The Weight Loss Journey of Benjamen6565: Lose 113Lbs in 7 Months

Benjamen6565 lost 113lbs in 7 months. Learn about his diet changes and workout routines. Motivation tips and hardest part included.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 6'2" man showing a fat loss from 385 pounds to 272 pounds. A respectable loss of 113 pounds.
M/28/6'2" [385lbs > 272lbs = 113lbs] (7 months) I wanted to change my lifestyle and I’m still trying to. It’s hard to keep it going and most days I don’t want to go to the gym. But I need to.
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Introduction

Benjamen6565, a 28-year-old man weighed 385lbs and lost 113lbs in just seven months.

Diet Changes and Gym Routine

Benjamen6565 changed his diet by watching his sugar intake and consuming around 200 grams of protein each day while sticking to 2500 calories or below. His gym routine involved weight training six to seven days per week, utlising legs twice a week and mainly sticking to 8-12 or 12-15 reps of heavy weight. Cardio was recently incorporated through an uphill walk or stairmaster for 30-45 mins, as well as light core planking.

Motivation and the Hardest Part

At first, Benjamen6565 had no motivation to change his life, hated how he looked and felt, and had difficulty doing regular tasks, like fitting into his clothes. Now, he wants to reach his target weight of 250 lbs, he has to keep himself motivated as the goal feels quite far away. By keeping himself under pressure, he pushes himself to keep going.

Positive Reinforcement and Results

Positive reinforcement and seeing changes in his health and weight led to improved interactions with others in Benjamen6565's life. He noticed having more frequent conversations with girls, improved invitations from others, and more socializing with his male friends.

Conclusions

Benjamen6565's weight loss journey shows that changing your lifestyle can lead to significant differences in your social and personal life. Watching sugar intake, consuming high protein, capping calories at 2500, and a workout routine of light cardio and weight training will get you toned results fast. Knowing that motivation ebbs and flows helps to keep oneself pushing forward.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.