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F/25's Weight Loss Journey with 0Lbs Lost in a Month

Learn how reddit user NerdyHippo lost weight while maintaining her scale weight but improving her physique. Tips and motivation given.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'6" female showing a snapshot of 150 pounds at a height of 5'6
F/25/5'6" 150lbs > 150lbs = 0lbs (1 month) - the scale is a lie! (Why progress pics are so important)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Importance of Progress Pics

Reddit user NerdyHippo's weight loss journey post emphasizes the importance of taking progress pictures. It helped her to see the improvements she had made to her body even when the scale wasn't reflecting the changes.

Muscle vs Fat

One commenter mentioned how they met a woman at the gym who weighed more but had a better physique than the commenter. This demonstrates how muscle weighs more than fat, and volume measurements provide a more accurate representation of one's progress. Muscle is denser and takes up less volume, whereas fat takes up more space.

Lifestyle Changes

NerdyHippo started lifting weights three times a week and incorporated HIIT and LISS into her routine. She also transitioned from one to two meals a day to six meals per day. Her new diet consisted of 1600 calories, 200g protein, 110g carbs, and 35g fat. Small changes like these can have a big impact over time.

Overcoming Personal Challenges

NerdyHippo also shared that she has social phobia and going to the gym was initially a huge challenge. However, she persevered, and it helped her not only with her body goals but also with tackling her anxiety. Her journey is a testament to the power of determination and perseverance.

Conclusion

This reddit post is a great reminder that scales are not the only measure of progress. It is normal to focus on weight loss, but focusing on how your clothes fit or taking measurements can be a more accurate reflection of progress. Through lifestyle changes, overcoming personal challenges, and taking progress pictures, anyone can achieve their fitness goals.

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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.