From Obese to Fit: a Woman's Journey to Losing 70 Pounds in 15 Months

Introduction

Crisscross1985, a 28-year-old woman from Tallahassee, underwent an incredible transformation that left redditors amazed. From a weight of 285, Crisscross1985 lost 70 pounds in just 15 months through hard work and discipline.

Initial Struggle

Like many others, Crisscross1985 struggled with weight problems since childhood. Yo-yo dieting and other weight-loss fads proved ineffective, and by the time 2010 rolled around, she’d given up. But a positive change occurred when Crisscross1985 introduced yoga and started massage school the following year. The physical exertion required by massage school in combination with yoga was what initially led to the scaling down of her weight.

Making Healthy Choices

In time, Crisscross1985 shifted from a diet of processed foods and grains to a paleo diet. The change of meals was gradual, and weight loss results were positive. She continued complaining how no sooner did she finally buy jeans that would fit then they would be too big.

Positive Changes

The physical, emotional and psychological effects of the weight loss were evident. Crisscross1985 felt she could finally breathe as she could now bike, swim and walk for miles without worrying about exhaustion or getting home. She still plans to lose another 50 pounds in due time and will keep everyone posted on her progress.

Learning Experience

Crisscross1985's transformation journey is an inspiring one, offering others valuable insight. She watches what she eats and listens to her body instead of relying on fads. She encourages others to focus on surrounding themselves with positive people as this goes a long way in achieving positive results. Her journey testifies that with hard work and consistency, anyone can achieve the seemingly impossible.