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Achieving Weight Loss Goals with a Balanced Diet and Exercise Routine

Read about one Reddit user's successful weight loss journey, losing 20lbs through a combination of a healthy diet and light exercise.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'4" female showing a weight loss from 231 pounds to 211 pounds. A total loss of 20 pounds.
F/29/5’4” [231lbs > 211lbs = 20lbs] Happy to have some muscle tone back, 50lbs until goal #1!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

One Reddit user, F/29/5’4”, made a post celebrating losing 20lbs throughout their weight loss journey, reaching a new weight of 211lbs. Using a combination of adjusting their diet and adding light bodyweight exercise, this user reflects on their weight loss accomplishments thus far.

Diet Changes and Exercise Routine

To lose weight, the user stopped drinking sweet coffees and teas and eliminated alcohol entirely. They also made sure to get at least 30% of their calories from protein. The exercise routine consisted of two days a week of 45-minute light bodyweight exercises, including squats, planks, pushups, and lunges. The user also added 20 minutes to their existing 45-minute daily walks or bike rides.

Body Transformations

Although the user states that they are still 50lbs away from their goal, they have already noticed some positive changes in their body. In the after photo, they noted that their body has more muscle tone, leading to a more balanced appearance.

Motivational Feedback

The Reddit post garnered 176 upvotes and positive comments, with users offering congratulations and encouragement to the original poster. One user was particularly impressed with the results and asked what exercises the user had been doing, to which the original poster listed their healthy diet and light bodyweight exercise routine.

Conclusion

This Reddit user’s weight loss journey is an excellent reminder that achieving fitness goals can be accomplished through a balanced diet and moderate exercise routine. Specific exercise routines may vary based on individual needs and goals; however, anyone can take inspiration from this Reddit user's remarkable accomplishments.

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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.