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How One Reddit User Lost 72 Pounds in 8 Months

Read how one Reddit user lost 72 pounds in 8 months and stuck to a high protein, low-carb diet with 1500 daily calories and limited cheat meals.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'9" male showing a weight loss from 242 pounds to 170 pounds. A net loss of 72 pounds.
M/23/5'9" [242lbs > 170lbs = 72lbs lost] (8 months) Attempted plenty of diets, but I stuck with this one!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Weight loss is a challenging journey that requires dedication and perseverance. One Reddit user, rtibbits52, shares his journey on how he lost 72 pounds in eight months and found the diet that worked for him.

Finding the Right Diet

Rtibbits52 tried many diets but eventually stuck with a high protein, low-carb diet. He tracked his daily meals using MyFitnessPal and cut out all beverages except for water. His meals consisted of mainly chicken breasts, tuna, protein powder, and Greek yogurt.

1500 Daily Calories

Rtibbits52 consumed around 1500 calories per day, adjusting his macro limits every ten pounds lost. He found that this calorie limit worked well for him and kept him feeling good throughout his weight loss journey.

Cheat Meals and Special Occasions

Rtibbits52 didn't have a set schedule for cheat meals but limited them to special occasions or holidays. He found that going over his calorie limit caused intermittent weight gain and made it harder to stay on track. However, he didn't beat himself up over a missed calorie goal and hopped back on the wagon the next day.

Conclusion

Rtibbits52's weight loss journey shows that finding the right diet and sticking to it can lead to significant results. While his diet might not work for everyone, experimenting with different options and finding a sustainable plan is key. With dedication and perseverance, anyone can achieve their weight loss goals.

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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.