Male's Journey to Lose 83Lbs in 12 Months
Read about a man's weight loss journey, which involved changing his diet and exercise routine, and his goal to compete in natural bodybuilding.
Article by Madeleine Smith
From 313lbs to 230lbs
This reddit user, HolyTrousers, lost a staggering 83lbs in almost a year by changing his diet and exercise routine. His goal is to compete at a national level in natural bodybuilding.
The Workout Routine
HolyTrousers had never really been to the gym before he started working out, but he did play a lot of rugby. His typical back day included Hyper extensions (4 sets, 20 reps), deadlifts (4 sets, 6-8 reps), T-bar rows (4 sets, 6-8 reps), weighted pull-ups (4 sets, 10-15 reps), Wide grip lat pulldowns (4 sets, 6-8 reps), and Bent over rows (4 sets, 8-12 reps).
The Diet
HolyTrousers followed a very strict low-calorie diet to achieve his weight loss goal. He mentioned in the comments that he did not train abs or anything like that, and his stomach flattened up through that process.
The Goal
Despite his massive weight loss, HolyTrousers believes he still has a long way to go. His goal is to compete at a national level in natural bodybuilding. He shows that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.
Inspiration for Others
HolyTrousers' story is inspirational to anyone looking to lose weight and improve their physique. He shows that change is possible with a strict diet and workout routine. It is important to set realistic goals and work towards them consistently. Anyone can achieve impressive results if they put in the time and effort.
Madeleine Smith
Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com
Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.
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