By Height By Weight  

Discover How This Reddit User Lost 12 Pounds in 3 Months and Achieved the Fittest Body of Their Life

Read about how TheDoucheCat lost 12 pounds in just 3 months, going from overweight to being the most fit they've ever been

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'10" man showing a weight loss from 186 pounds to 174 pounds. A net loss of 12 pounds.
A photo of a 5'10" man showing a weight loss from 186 pounds to 174 pounds. A net loss of 12 pounds.
M/26/5'10'' [186 > 174 = 12 lbs] (3 months) Have always been chubby/overweight my whole life, now the most fit I've ever been
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

The story of TheDoucheCat is inspiring and educational. Achieving a fitter body is possible, even if you have a history of being overweight or even chubby. Read on to learn about how this Reddit user accomplished their weight loss journey.

Working Out and Supplements

TheDoucheCat didn't use any fancy or expensive supplements. Just preworkout and protein powders. Instead, the biggest takeaways for their fitness journey were how strict they were with their cardio and meals. Despite the strictness, they still allowed 1-2 cheat meals a week and for socializing enjoyment, vodka+soda. Their advice? Keep the cardio and meals strict, and tailor the decision of socializing and drink to a healthier choice.

Learning to Lift Weights

TheDoucheCat admits to not having much experience with weightlifting before attempting these workouts. They mentioned two factors that helped them overcome nervousness. The first was a little red notebook that kept them on the day's routine after watching the video, and the second was not being too anxious to ask someone how to do a move or to see if their form was correct.

Being Flexible with Cardio

Despite Kris Gethin's suggestion of less intense cardio, TheDoucheCat preferred racquetball. They were okay with not putting on as much muscle mass but instead focused on cutting their fat and defining muscles, so they had a larger selection of cardio options to enjoy. A useful tip in shortening their workouts was to time themselves with a phone timer between sets to cut down on rest breaks and complete workouts faster.

Conclusion

TheDoucheCat's journey is a testament to the household saying, 'If it was easy, everyone would be doing it.' Although they lost only 12 pounds, it was within the first 3 months, which is something that many people have difficulty sticking to in the long run. Losing weight is a task, but it can be completed by combining cardio, healthy meals, and a few flexible changes to your routine – all in moderation, of course. Don't be afraid not to stick to the program 100% strictly and make it fun for yourself.

Comments
No comments found! Be the first!

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.