By Height By Weight  

Weight Loss Journey: F/18/5'9" Goes From 224 to 187 in 4 Months

Read about Various-Raisin-7257's amazing weight loss journey, which involved CICO, hot yoga, and lifting exercises to achieve a healthy BMI.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'9" woman showing a weight cut from 224 pounds to 187 pounds. A respectable loss of 37 pounds.
F/18/5’9” [224>187 = 37 lbs] 4 months ish
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Various-Raisin-7257's weight loss journey is the perfect example of how three things - CICO, hot yoga, and lifting exercises - can change your life for the better. Her story is guaranteed to motivate and inspire readers who are fighting their own weight loss battles.

The Journey

Over four months, Various-Raisin-7257 has gone from 224 pounds to 187 pounds, losing 37 pounds in the process. Her objective is to lose 20 more pounds over the next five months, with the emphasis being on a slower and more sustainable approach. Her progress has been impressive, with a clear change in her muscle definition, especially in her legs.

The Plan

Various-Raisin-7257 followed a simple plan of Calories In, Calories Out (CICO), which she combined with hot yoga and lifting exercises. She maintained a 1,000 calorie deficit and prioritized eating high protein, low carb food to stay full. She drinks a protein shake - Ensure - each morning, which contains 30 grams of protein, 150 calories, and 200mg of caffeine. She eats a gluten-free wrap with turkey and cheese and lettuce for lunch and changes up dinner each night but often includes zucchini, chicken, and brown rice.

The Routine

Various-Raisin-7257 has a workout routine of four times a week, which includes lifting exercises such as squats, front squats, leg press, hip abductors and aductors, hip thrusts, and leg extensions. She is having fun focusing on how much she can lift and always pushing herself to get stronger. Regular hot yoga practice has improved her flexibility and burns calories too.

Conclusion

Various-Raisin-7257 has discovered that, while appearance changes are slower, focusing on strength and lifting heavier each week can be more rewarding. She is excited to move out of the obese category and is already motivating others with her amazing progress. Her journey is a testament to the transformative power of CICO, hot yoga, and lifting exercises, demonstrating that with the right mindset, attitude, and consistency anyone can attain a healthy BMI and feel amazing.

Comments
No comments found! Be the first!

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.