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From 255 to 178: a Weight Loss Journey with Mentality

Read about a young man's journey from being overweight before college to losing 77 pounds by keeping a strong mentality.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 6'0" male showing a weight loss from 255 pounds to 178 pounds. A respectable loss of 77 pounds.
M/23/6'0"[255>178=77] Before college and after, Stopped playing football but kept the mentality
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

For many people, losing weight can be a difficult and daunting task. But for one young man on Reddit, he was able to change his lifestyle and lose a significant amount of weight by keeping a strong mentality.

Background

The Reddit user, who has since deleted their account, shared their weight loss journey with the community. Before starting college, the individual weighed 255 pounds. After taking on a different lifestyle and mindset, they were able to lose 77 pounds and reach a healthy weight of 178 pounds.

Mentality Shift

The individual credited their weight loss success to stopping their participation in football, which had been a part of their life before college. In addition, they shifted their mindset to be more conscious about what they were eating and how much physical activity they were getting each day.

Tips for Others

For those looking to embark on a weight loss journey themselves, the Reddit user offered advice on the importance of tracking food intake and staying motivated through setbacks. They also emphasized that it's okay to take things slow and make gradual changes in order to make weight loss sustainable.

Conclusion

Losing a significant amount of weight can be a challenging and long-term process, but with the right mindset, it's achievable. By following the tips shared by this Reddit user and making small lifestyle changes, anyone can work towards reaching their weight loss goals.

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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.