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M/27/5'10'' Weight Loss Journey: a Self Controlled Approach Combined with Cardio

Read about daqq's inspiring weight loss journey from 215 to 172lbs. It's a simple process of eating less, eating healthy, and cardio.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'10" male showing a weight reduction from 215 pounds to 172 pounds. A net loss of 43 pounds.
M/27/5'10" [215 -> 172 = 43 lbs lost]
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Losing weight has been a struggle for many individuals. Fortunately, daqq’s weight loss journey provides excellent insight for everyone who wants to lose weight. A key takeaway from his successful journey is that losing weight doesn’t have to be expensive nor time-consuming.

A Simplistic process

Daqq’s weight loss journey is a product of self-control, healthy eating, and cardio exercises. Instead of spending hours in the gym, he made sure he walked a lot during work. Regarding his diet, he introduced more fruits, vegetables, and lean meats while eliminating empty calories. He also noticed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks helped him in his weight loss journey.

An Essential Tip on Meal Portions

Daqq’s portion control method is a vital aspect of his weight loss success. He emphasizes using smaller plates, which psychologically promotes smaller portions. Using MyFitnessPal to count calories, he maintained an intake of around 1600-1800 calories per day. He allowed himself only one cheat meal every week to avoid bingeing.

Cardio Exercises

Cardio exercises, such as Couch to 5K (C25K), were an essential part of daqq’s weight loss journey. C25K is a running program for beginners that involves a mix of running and walking for 30 minutes, three times a week. He also walked as much as possible while he was at work.

Conclusion

Daqq's weight loss journey is fascinating, inspiring, and informative. His success teaches us that a weight loss journey doesn't always require an expensive gym membership, and it can be done with self-motivation and a healthy lifestyle. Anyone can benefit from daqq’s experience, provided they have the discipline and patience to follow his path.

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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.