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20 Year Old Reduces Weight From 200 to 172 Pounds in 1 Year and 4 Months

Follow the weight loss journey of a Reddit user named issamm21 who cut out sodas and found supplements to help with protein intake

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'9" man showing a fat loss from 200 pounds to 172 pounds. A total loss of 28 pounds.
M/20/5’9 [200 lbs >172 lbs]started 1 year and 4 months ago can’t wait to see the future results 😎
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Reddit user issamm21 started his weight loss journey at the age of 20 weighing 200 pounds. He shed 28 pounds in one and a half years and is still working towards his weight loss goal. He is delighted with his achievement so far and cannot wait to see his future results.

Routine

Issamm21 follows a disciplined gym routine. He starts his day by working from 6 am to 2 pm and then hits the gym. He does chest and front delts on push day and back, rear delts on pull day. He tries his best to eat chicken and rice or fish and rice for lunch and takes supplements to ensure enough protein intake. He keeps Saturdays as his rest day and runs on the treadmill for 15 minutes at an incline of 15 and at a speed of 4.5.

Diet

Issamm21 cut out soda completely from his diet and tries to eat a lot after the gym to replenish his energy stores. He consumes protein bars or chips to supplement his diet. He finds MyFitnessPal helpful in tracking his daily calorie intake and meeting his diet goals.

Motivation vs discipline

Issamm21 believes that discipline is essential in achieving weight loss goals. He does not rely on motivation for going to the gym as he acknowledges that it may not always be there. Instead, he practices self-discipline to stick to his routine and achieve his fitness goals.

Conclusion

Issamm21's weight loss journey is an inspiration to individuals who wish to lose weight. By cutting out a single item from his diet and finding supplements to enhance his protein intake, he has lost 28 pounds in one and a half years. His disciplined gym regimen and self-discipline have helped him achieve his fitness goals. He encourages others to try things for themselves and find what works best for them.

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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.