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M/26 5'6" From 240 to 191 in 3.5 Years: a Weight Loss Journey

Follow the inspiring journey of Reddit user evanl as he shares how he lost 49 pounds in 3.5 years.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'6" male showing a weight loss from 240 pounds to 191 pounds. A total loss of 49 pounds.
M/26 5'6" 240 - 191 in 3.5 years and still going
Originally posted on /r/loseit

Starting point and motivation

Evanl began his weight loss journey at 240 pounds, feeling unhappy and uncomfortable with his body. He realized that his eating habits were out of control and that he needed to make a change.

Slow and steady wins the race

Over the course of 3.5 years, Evanl gradually lost 49 pounds through a combination of calorie counting, regular exercise, and mindfulness. Rather than crash dieting, he made sustainable lifestyle changes that he could maintain long-term.

Challenges along the way

Evanl struggled with plateaus and setbacks throughout his weight loss journey, but he remained committed to his goal. He found support and advice on online forums, including Reddit's r/loseit community.

The benefits of weight loss

Evanl reported feeling more confident, energetic, and happy as he shed weight. He found that regular exercise and healthy eating habits improved his overall quality of life.

Takeaway message

Evanl's weight loss journey demonstrates that slow and steady progress, sustained effort, and community support can lead to significant improvements in health and well-being. For anyone looking to make similar changes, his advice is to start small, be consistent, and never give up.

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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.