Tracking Weight Loss: a Journey of a Reddit User (M/25/5'10/170)
Follow the weight loss journey of reddit user, Frensic90, as he shares his progress, tips, and struggles in his posts.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
Frensic90, a 25-year-old male standing at 5 feet 10 inches originally weighed 170 pounds when he first shared his progress on the Get Motivated Buddy F thread on Reddit. The support he received, coupled with his determination, helped him endure his weight loss journey which he meticulously documented through posts.
Starting point
Frensic90 started his journey by working out at home and doing cardio exercises. He also started counting calories and actively logging his food intake. His first few posts he shared that he was cutting his caloric intake to 1500 calories a day which was a 500 deficit from his basal metabolic rate.
Setbacks
Frensic90 faced several challenges throughout his journey. In one post, he shared that he had gone off track and had a few too many drinks with his friends. He was disappointed but reminded himself that his journey was not going to be a straight line but rather a step-by-step process.
Tips for success
Frensic90 credits his success to his discipline and support from family and friends. He advises others to set achievable and realistic goals for themselves and not to deprive themselves of the foods they love but rather to eat them in moderation. Finally, he stressed the importance of consistent physical activity.
Conclusion
Frensic90 ultimately reached his weight loss goal by keeping himself accountable, tracking his progress, and with support and encouragement from the Reddit community. His journey serves as an inspiration for others who are looking to start their weight loss journey. Trial and error, perseverance, and self-compassion are key components to achieving success in sustainable weight loss.
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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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