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Man Loses 200 Pounds in 20 Months Through Cico, If, and Low Carb Diet

Read about this man's weight loss journey and how he lost 200 pounds in 20 months with the help of CICO, IF, and low-carb diet.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 6'0" male showing a weight reduction from 520 pounds to 320 pounds. A total loss of 200 pounds.
M/35/6'0'' [520 > 320 = 200 Lost] (20 Months) Combination of CICO/IF/Low carb and encouragement from a great partner. Motivated to reach my ultimate goal by the end of next year!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Meet bigyellowpato, a 35-year-old man who lost 200 pounds in 20 months. His Reddit post documenting his journey has gained over 242 upvotes and numerous positive comments. Bigyellowpato attributes his success to counting calories, intermittent fasting (IF), and adhering to a low-carb diet. Intrigued? Let’s dig deeper into his journey.

CICO, IF, and Low-Carb Diet

Calories in, calories out (CICO), is the foundation of bigyellowpato's weight loss. He monitored his intake through MyFitnessPal and ate 1,500-2,000 calories a day, focusing on high protein and low-carb meals. Alongside CICO, he practiced intermittent fasting and ate within eight hours. Lastly, he reduced his carb intake to 30-50g a day. This combination helped him achieve his weight loss goal in 20 months.

Encouragement and Motivation

Bigyellowpato also credits his partner for being his support system throughout his weight loss journey. He shared how her encouragement and constant motivation helped him stay on track. Having a support system, like a partner, family, or friends, can make all the difference in staying motivated during weight loss.

How to Try It Yourself

If you're inspired by bigyellowpato's achievement and want to try his weight loss strategy yourself, start by calculating your TDEE (total daily energy expenditure) to determine your daily caloric needs. Once you've figured that out, start tracking your calories with a food diary, app like MyFitnessPal, or other resources. Then, begin implementing intermittent fasting and reducing your carb intake. And remember, having a support system can make all the difference in staying motivated!

Conclusion

Bigyellowpato's weight loss journey is an inspiration and a reminder that weight loss is possible with the right mindset, a combination of CICO, IF, and low-carb diet, and a support system. Remember that everyone's journey is different, and it's important to find what works best for you. It's also important to remain patient and persistent – the results will come with time.

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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.