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A 19 Year Old's Weight Loss Journey: 30Lbs in 6 Months

Follow the progress of an anonymous Reddit user who lost about 30lbs in 6 months by changing their diet and exercising. See how they did it!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'8" man showing a weight cut from 196 pounds to 165 pounds. A respectable loss of 31 pounds.
M/19/5'8" [196-->165= ~30lbs] About 6month difference. Still very much in progress but so far so good!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Losing weight can seem like an almost impossible task, but for 19-year-old Reddit user [deleted], it wasn't. Within six months, [they] have seen significant progress by losing about 30lbs, from 196lbs to 165lbs.

Diet Changes

One of the crucial factors in [their] successful weight loss was changing [their] diet. [They] cut out processed foods, sugary drinks, and fast food. Instead, [they] focused on eating more vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. [They] also tracked calorie intake using a food diary app to ensure [they] were staying in a caloric deficit.

Exercise Routine

In addition to changing [their] diet, [they] also incorporated exercise into [their] daily routine. [They] started with walking, then moved onto running, and eventually began weight training. [They] found a workout plan online and adjusted it as necessary to fit [their] fitness level and preferences.

Benefits of Weight Loss

Aside from the obvious physical changes, [they] also noticed significant improvements in [their] mental health and energy levels. [They] felt more confident and motivated to continue [their] weight loss journey.

Conclusion

Changing [their] diet and starting an exercise routine may have seemed daunting at first, but [they] prove that it's possible to achieve significant weight loss with time and dedication. Although everyone's weight loss journey is unique, [they] hope [their] experience can inspire others to try new healthy habits and see what works for them.

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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.