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Running for Weight Loss: Male Loses 100Lbs in 6 Months Journey

How running helped a male lose 100lbs in 6 months. Learn about his journey, tips for staying motivated, and advice for running for weight loss.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 6'0" male showing a weight loss from 260 pounds to 160 pounds. A respectable loss of 100 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 6'0" male showing a weight loss from 260 pounds to 160 pounds. A respectable loss of 100 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 6'0" male showing a weight loss from 260 pounds to 160 pounds. A respectable loss of 100 pounds.
Male/18/6'0 [260lbs - 160lbs = -100lbs] (6 Months) Running made a huge difference in my life. Down 100 pounds in exactly 6 months!
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Introduction

One Reddit user, wazoot, shared his impressive weight loss journey in just six months. He shared his secrets to success and advice for people looking to lose weight.

How Running Made A Huge Difference in His Life

Wazoot lost 100lbs in six months by starting his journey with running. He didn't have a plan, but he committed to running every day and slowly built up his endurance. Wazoot also cut down his calorie consumption to about 1200 calories per day. Though he admits that he lost weight at an unhealthy rate by doing this and that he now deals with loose skin and stretch marks.

Staying Motivated Throughout the Journey

What kept Wazoot motivated was setting a goal, he decided he wanted to join the military as he couldn't do it in his previous shape. On top of that, he chose activities that he enjoyed that were also physical, like rock climbing, mountain biking, snowboarding, hiking and pretty much anything that involved outdoor activities. When it comes to accomplishing weight loss goals and increasing endurance, Wazoot advises that it's not about how fast you go, but to keep running and not to ever quit, and it will do wonders.

Advice for People Running for Weight Loss

For anyone starting on their weight loss journey through running, Wazoot's advice is to have fun with it. He emphasized finding activities that are physical, yet still enjoyable. Wazoot mentioned he finds rock climbing, mountain biking, snowboarding, and hiking great ways to stay fit while enjoying the fresh air. In one caveat, Wazoot warns that cutting down your calorie intake to an extreme level is not recommended especially if you are going to get serious about working out. It's still advisable to have a healthy and sustainable diet combined with an active lifestyle.

Conclusion

Losing weight takes commitment and hard work but Wazoot's journey with running proves that it's possible to achieve significant weight loss in a short amount of time. If you're struggling to start, just focus on one simple thing, like walking, and build up from there. It's also essential to have fun with it by choosing activities you love making the journey more enjoyable and sustainable in the long run.

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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.