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Mixtapenostalgia's 45Lbs Weight Loss Success Story: From Obese to Toned

MixtapeNostalgia shares his fitness and nutrition journey towards his 45lbs weight loss goal. Learn how he did it without counting calories or doing much ab workouts.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'9" man showing a weight cut from 220 pounds to 175 pounds. A net loss of 45 pounds.
M/29/5'9" [220lbs > 175lbs = 45lbs] (18 months) I'm finally content with what I've achieved, but hunger for even better results.
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Introduction: From 220lbs to 175lbs in 18 Months

In an inspiring, though somewhat controversial, Reddit thread, MixtapeNostalgia shares his 18-month long journey from being 220lbs to 175lbs. He attributes it to a combination of fitness, nutrition, and supplements, which he details further in his post.

The Variations of his Fitness Regimen

MixtapeNostalgia's five-day workout routine includes arms, chest, back, and legs, plus two days of cardio. For his abs, he only started doing exercises in the past three months, but he believes the combination of everything he does makes his abdomen toned. He also swears by ab roller, hip rotation, and oblique exercises.

The Different Changes in his Nutrition

As for his diet, he says he avoided fast food, dairy, and soda at the start of his journey. Then, he transitioned to a pescetarian diet three months before his post, mainly eating fruits, vegetables, rice, beans, and fish. He finds cutting out meat has helped him even better, and he aims to be entirely vegetarian by the end of the year.

The Supplements He Used

MixtapeNostalgia reflects on his favorite pre-and-post-workout supplements, which he swears by to stay energized throughout his exercises. He uses plant-based supplements that include Vega Sport pre-workout, Plant Fusion protein post-workout, and NOW creatine monohydrate mixed with unsweetened almond milk.

Conclusion: Inspiring Transformation from Obese to Toned

MixtapeNostalgia's story proves that anyone can achieve their weight loss goals without resorting to counting calories heavily. He recommends avoiding sugary foods and drinks and prioritizing proper eating habits. This user also emphasizes the importance of perseverance and consistency when aiming to lose weight. Start your own fitness journey today and see how far it takes you.

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