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Maintaining Weight Loss: a Journey of Commitment

Read about birdy_blu3's three-month journey of maintaining weight loss through exercising and small lifestyle changes. Learn how to make lasting changes in your body, health, and mindset!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'3" woman showing a fat loss from 123 pounds to 122 pounds. A total loss of 1 pounds.
[F/25/5'3" 123lb > 122lb maintained!] 3 months of maintaining, been doing more exercise (dancing, walking, some body weight exercises) and noticed a very slight change in tone but proud I've stayed the same (2lb more some days).
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction - A Commitment to Maintaining

Birdy_blu3, a Reddit user, shares her story of maintaining weight loss through exercise, walking, and minor lifestyle changes. While many believe that losing weight is the hardest battle, in reality, it is maintaining that proves to be the most challenging. Birdy_blu3's post offers insight into how small changes in exercise and habits can go a long way to maintain weight loss.

Sticking to the Same Weight for 3 Months - A Win!

Birdy_blu3 is proud to report that she has maintained her weight, stayed toned, and even observed slight changes in her waist's tone. Many days, the weighing scale shows a 2lb increase, but that does not deter her progress. For less than a year ago, birdy_blu3 lost 30 pounds, and she knows the importance of maintaining through discipline and focus.

Maintaining Requires Consistency and Patience

Some Reddit users acknowledged birdy_blu3's commitment to maintaining, while others inquired about tips on losing weight. Birdy_blu3 responds by advising against quick weight loss, emphasizing small and consistent changes over time. Rather than focusing on an outcome or dress size, she suggests prioritizing one's attitude and emotions about food, weight, and body. By developing the right mindset, body changes follow suit in time.

Small steps add up

Birdy_blu3's journey is an excellent example of maintaining weight through small changes, such as exercising, walking, or dancing. These habits may seem minor, but over time they can add up to significant changes in one's body and health. As with any lifestyle shift, it takes patience, persistence, and commitment.

Conclusion - Your Journey to a Healthier and Happier You

Maintaining weight loss is not an easy road, but this Reddit post shows that it is possible through consistency, patience, and small habit changes. By cultivating a healthy attitude and emotions about food, weight, and body, you too can make lasting changes. Take inspiration from birdy_blu3's journey and try out new habits to make a happier, healthier you!

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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.