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From Flubby and Mean to Fit and Meanest: Redditor's Transformation Journey

Read about a Redditor's 40-pound weight loss journey in 6 months. Learn about his diet routine, challenges, and results.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 6'0" male showing a weight reduction from 220 pounds to 180 pounds. A total loss of 40 pounds.
M/21/6'0"/220 - 180. From being flubby and an alcoholic degenerate to fit and mean. Making progress
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

A Redditor with the username Dr_Vanderwolf posted a thread showing his 40-pound weight loss progress in 6 months. His transformation received over 1,000 upvotes and triggered various comments and questions about his diet and routine. While some comments may not seem appropriate, Dr_Vanderwolf's transformation journey is still inspiring to many who are seeking to shed extra pounds.

Diet

Dr_Vanderwolf emphasized diet as the key to his weight loss success. His new diet included clean food choices such as chicken, sweet potatoes, broccoli, salad, spinach, egg whites, and lean protein powder. He also reduced his alcohol intake and abstained from late-night fast food indulgence. He shared that he initially struggled with dieting, as he found himself drained and exhausted from his college freshman workload. However, he gradually adapted to the changes and maintained his progress.

Routine

Dr_Vanderwolf's routine consisted of the usual lifts, twice a week at 6 in the morning since he had a four-month-old daughter. Plus, he focused on his legs during cardio sessions. However, he made it clear that he was not a stringy leg guy, so he did not emphasize on those lifts. He also noted that he has a 60-inch wingspan that made it harder for him to bench. Despite these challenges, he persevered and made progress.

Challenges

Aside from the challenges of adapting to his new diet and routine, Dr_Vanderwolf also shared that his hair started to thin out on the top of his head when he was dieting intensely. Balding runs in his family, adding to his hair loss. He advised that it's crucial to get enough protein in your diet to maintain healthy hair. Furthermore, some comments on his thread were inappropriate and not helpful, highlighting how social media platforms can be toxic and how it's crucial to focus on oneself rather than seeking validation from others on the Internet.

Conclusion

Dr_Vanderwolf's journey is a reminder that losing weight is a gradual process that requires discipline, patience, and consistency. The key is to find a sustainable diet and routine that works for you and your lifestyle, even if you encounter challenges along the way. Remember, what matters most is how you feel about yourself, not how many likes or upvotes you get on social media. If you're inspired by Dr_Vanderwolf's journey, why not start your today?

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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.