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A User's Inspiring 123Lbs Weight Loss Journey in Two Years

Read about how a Reddit user went from 310lbs to 187lbs through calorie-cutting and exercise, using insults as motivation to push through towards achieving his goals.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 6'0" male showing a weight loss from 310 pounds to 187 pounds. A total loss of 123 pounds.
M/27/6'0" (310 -> 187 = 123lbs) [May 2012 - Oct 2014]
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Kareeda, a 27-year-old male standing at 6'0", decided to change his life after realizing that he couldn't be weighed on his bathroom scale anymore. He took up a strict diet and exercise regimen and lost an impressive 123lbs in two years, reaching his goal weight of 187lbs in October 2014.

Calorie-Cutting and Exercise

Kareeda started by cutting his calories down to 1400 and walking 3 miles on every other workday. As he lost weight, he turned the walks into runs. He found motivation in seeing the scale drop and in seeing nods of recognition from other people he encountered every day. Despite worries about insults from others, the only negative comment he received was from a teenager making fun of his weight. Kareeda used this as further motivation to keep going.

Encouragement and Determination

Kareeda's story is a testament to the power of determination and perseverance. Along with cutting calories and exercising, he surrounded himself with positive reinforcement, which motivated him to keep going. He is a living example that, given enough time and commitment, anyone can achieve their goal.

Conclusion

The journey of weight loss is not an easy one. However, Kareeda's story shows us that with grit, determination, and a positive environment, amazing results are possible. We can all take inspiration from his story, and use it to motivate ourselves to achieve our own goals.

Try It Yourself

If you're looking to change your lifestyle and want to lose weight, Kareeda's journey shows that it's possible. Through monitoring your calories, committing to regular exercise, and surrounding yourself with positive reinforcement and motivation, you can make the change you want to see. Start with small steps and build yourself up from there, and soon enough, you'll be on your own inspiring journey to a healthier, happier you.

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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.