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How This Woman Lost 60Lbs and Forgot Her Starting Weight

Follow this inspiring journey of a woman's weight loss transformation from 230lbs to 170lbs, and how she maintains her healthier lifestyle.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'6" female showing a weight reduction from 230 pounds to 170 pounds. A respectable loss of 60 pounds.
F/30/5’6” [230lbs > 170lbs = 60lbs] Sometimes I forget where I started and where I am now
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Starting the Journey

Matildapellen, a 30-year-old woman, began her weight loss journey at 230lbs. She started by incorporating small changes to her diet, such as reducing sugar and increasing protein. She would also incorporate more vegetables and fruits in her meals. Her initial goal was to lose 30lbs.

Hitting Roadblocks

Matildapellen admits that the journey was not easy. She hit several roadblocks along the way, including plateaus that did not seem to budge. However, she remained persistent and did not let the setbacks discourage her. Instead, she would try different things, such as intermittent fasting, and engage in more physical activity.

Mindset Shifts

As Matildapellen continued on her weight loss journey, she noticed a shift in her mindset. She no longer saw this journey as a temporary fix, but rather a lifestyle change. She sought to create sustainable habits that would allow her to maintain her weight loss. She also celebrated non-scale victories, such as having more energy and feeling better overall.

Maintaining the Lifestyle

Two years later, Matildapellen has lost a total of 60lbs and currently weighs 170lbs. She continues to live a healthy lifestyle by incorporating daily movement and a balanced diet. She no longer obsesses over the number on the scale but instead focuses on how she feels. Her advice to others is to take it one day at a time and to find what works best for them.

Conclusion

Matildapellen's weight loss journey serves as an inspiration for anyone who wants to make changes to their lifestyle. Her journey highlights the importance of persistence, mindset shifts, and celebrating non-scale victories. It's important to remember that weight loss is not just about achieving a certain number on the scale, but rather creating a sustainable and healthy lifestyle that works for you.

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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.