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M/29/6'2: One Redditor's Weight Loss Journey From 317Lbs to 172Lbs

Discover one Reddit user's weight loss journey from 317lbs to 172lbs, almost a year of maintenance, and getting rid of love handles with amazing before-and-after photos.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 6'2" male showing a weight loss from 317 pounds to 172 pounds. A net loss of 145 pounds.
M/29/6'2 [317lbs > 172lbs = 145lbs] Was so scared of gaining back all the weight. Almost one year of maintenance and finally got rid of my love handles.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

A Reddit user, grauling93, shared his remarkable weight loss journey on the platform. He posted photos of his progress, from weighing 317lbs to an impressive 172lbs – a difference of 145lbs – and how he had managed to keep it off for almost a year through maintenance. The user also shared his fears of regaining the weight, as well as his struggles with body dysmorphia mixed with RSD, and how he learned to deal with it.

Maintaining Weight Loss

Maintaining the weight loss was a significant challenge for grauling93, as for many people, the fear of regaining it could be overwhelming. The user feared that his weight loss could be temporary, but he has successfully kept off the weight for almost a year. Grauling93 attributes his ability to maintain his weight loss to several factors, including eating a balanced diet, exercising, and seeking support from his friends and family.

Dealing with Body Dysmorphia and RSD

As grauling93 explained, dealing with body dysmorphia mixed with RSD is challenging. Body dysmorphia is a mental health condition that makes people become fixated on perceived body flaws that are often not noticeable to others. RSD or rejection-sensitive dysphoria refers to extreme sensitivity to rejection or criticism, which affects their self-esteem. Grauling93 shared his struggles with these obstacles and how he learned to deal with them, such as working on self-love and seeking support from others.

Sunken Tear Troughs

One user asked grauling93 how he dealt with sunken tear troughs, which often occur following massive weight loss. However, grauling93 said he was not self-conscious about this aspect as he would rather have 'deeper eyes' than a chubby face and no chin line. It's excellent to see that he's focused on the positives and content with his body.

Conclusion

Grauling93 was successful in his weight loss journey, and his efforts also inspired other Reddit users. His story is proof that regardless of how big or seemingly impossible the goal may seem, anyone can achieve it with patience and hard work. More importantly, it shows how vital a support system can be in anyone's weight loss journey, as they can help motivate and inspire each other to achieve their goals.

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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.