How Reddit User Psychonautdude Lost 41 Pounds and Transformed His Body
Follow Psychonautdude's 15-month weight loss journey, from 210lbs to 169lbs, as he focuses on aesthetics and improving his physique.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Setting goals and achieving them
In a Reddit post, user Psychonautdude shares his weight loss journey over 15 months, which helped him lose 41 pounds. His goal was to improve his aesthetics and become healthier. Although he received comments encouraging him to start building muscle rather than waiting to reach 150 pounds, Psychonautdude stuck to his plan. He wanted to achieve a lean look with visible abs before beginning to gain muscle.
Watching principles, not just routines
Psychonautdude reveals that he focused on principles rather than his personal routine when it came to his weight loss journey. He recommended two playlists on YouTube, Fat Loss dieting made simple and Hypertrophy made simple. Psychonautdude lifted weights four to five times a week and worked on progressive overload via reps, load, and sets. Additionally, he kept his protein intake high around 200g per day.
The importance of striking a balance
Psychonautdude admitted that building muscle while in a caloric deficit was challenging, and that it would not yield the same results as building muscles in a caloric surplus would. He continued lifting weights and eating adequate protein, though, in preparation for his muscle gain phase. Ultimately, Psychonautdude's goal was to strike a balance between building muscle and maintaining a lean physique.
Positive reception and encouragement
Psychonautdude received a lot of positive feedback for his progress. The comments on his Reddit post were filled with compliments and encouragement, from telling him he looked attractive to admiring his tattoo. Despite having people urge him to start building muscle, Psychonautdude stayed true to his plan and remained determined to reach his goals. He advised others to find what works for them and not to listen to random people on the internet.
Psychonautdude's advice to others
Psychonautdude's journey can serve as an example to those seeking to lose weight and improve their physique. Watching principles, lifting weights four to five times a week with a focus on progressive overload, eating adequate protein, and maintaining a caloric deficit all played key roles in his success. Psychonautdude also recommends finding a balance and setting achievable goals, while not being too hard on oneself. In summary, everyone's journey is unique and it is up to each person to find what works best for them.
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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