Short and Sweet: a 4 Month Journey of a 5’2” Woman to Lose 16 Lbs with Keto Diet
Discover the ups and downs of a 5'2'' woman as she embarks on a 4-month weight loss journey with keto diet. Learn how keto makes it possible for her to stick to her diet, lose weight and feel motivated about her progress.
Article by Madeleine Smith
The Journey to a Fitter Body
The struggles of short women in losing weight are far from a secret in the fitness industry. A 5'2'' woman can testify to that as she documents her progress on a weight loss journey that lasts for four months. She starts at 135lbs and sheds off 16lbs, putting her down to 119lbs. While the keto diet made it possible for her to stick to anything without frustration or giving up a few weeks in, she admits that a short person's weight loss journey entails tracking everything all the time and being hungry most of the time. The journey can be long and slow for short women.
Keto: A Game Changer
Lack of motivation is often the common story among people who attempt to embark on a fitness journey. However, this 5'2'' woman found motivation and was able to stick to her diet plan thanks to the keto diet. Despite constant hunger, she remained disciplined enough to see the desired results. Her long-term goal is recomp and to get really lean for the first time in her life. While her hopes shone with the prospect, the journey to recomp requires a lot of hard work and sacrifices.
Short Women’s Struggles with Calorie Counts
Unlike tall individuals whose weight loss journey might involve ditching sodas and taking the stairs, the weight loss journey of a 5'2'' woman requires different efforts. The three-digit calorie limits leave them grouchy and frustrated. Finding the perfect window is a delicate balance, and a wrong choice could result in slow weight loss or gaining weight. While some recommended 1100 calories or more, it is not feasible for short women who have to eat so little despite not being attributed to starvation.
Weight Training Accomplishments
Aside from a half marathon training, this woman found that weight training also helped her achieve her ideal body weight. She completed the New Rules of Lifting for Women and noticed a considerable difference in both her measurements and strength. Her goal is to look lean and feel strong while focusing on putting on some muscle to increase her calorie intake. She can eat more and still maintain her weight as well as have great workouts.
Small Wins are Still Wins
There is no such thing as small progress on a weight loss journey. Losing 16lbs for someone who is 5'2'' is an achievement worthy of celebration. Short women have worked twice as hard to achieve their desired results due to their little margin, making their accomplishment ever more remarkable. While the journey might consist of ups and downs, discipline, and hard work, with the right mindset, it can become a routine towards a healthier and fitter lifestyle. Anyone can try this out for themselves.
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.
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