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From 310 to 190 in 3 Years: a Reddit User's Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

See how MeatPiston lost 120 pounds in 3 years through dedication to cycling and dieting.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight reduction from 310 pounds to 190 pounds. A net loss of 120 pounds.
A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight reduction from 310 pounds to 190 pounds. A net loss of 120 pounds.
A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight reduction from 310 pounds to 190 pounds. A net loss of 120 pounds.
M/34/5'8" [310 > 190 = 120 lbs] (3 years) Before pic from 2011, then progress from 2013 and 2014.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

MeatPiston's weight loss journey was documented on Reddit through a series of progress pictures. In 3 years, he lost an impressive 120 pounds and transformed his life with cycling and dieting.

The Beginning

MeatPiston's weight loss journey started in 2011 when he found a picture of himself at his heaviest, 310 pounds. From there, he began cycling and this year, he decided to seriously start dieting.

Dieting and Exercise

MeatPiston's diet includes a lot of salad, wraps, vegetables, eggs, lean meats, nuts, and some fruit, while avoiding carb-filled foods. He burns 2000 to 4000 calories on a big ride, so he eats carb-loaded foods on ride days. MeatPiston also switched to diet soda to cut back on all sweets. Dropping pounds got easier once he decided to cut back on all sweets, calorie-filled or not.

Results

MeatPiston's impressive results show through his annual organization pictures. His hard work paid off, losing 120 pounds in 3 years. MeatPiston's love for cycling motivated him to keep losing weight, as every pound makes a difference in the climbs. His life changed for the better, going from hating exercise to scheming ways to add extra miles to his rides.

Conclusion

MeatPiston's weight loss journey shows that transformation is possible with dedication to a healthy lifestyle. Anyone can make small changes such as cycling or cutting back on sweets, which can go a long way towards reaching their own weight loss goals. The journey may be tough, but the results are worth it.

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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.