Overcoming Obstacles on Weight Loss Journey a User Story
Learn from a reddit user's weight loss journey, from 174lbs to 145lbs in 12 months, and the challenges they faced and overcame. Find inspiration and motivation for your own journey!
Article by Madeleine Smith
Setting a Goal and Achieving It
CoastalmixX, a 29-year-old male weighing 174 pounds, set his sights on losing weight. Over a 12-month period, he managed to shed 29 pounds, reaching his goal weight of 145 pounds. He took to Reddit to share his success, seeking feedback on what to do next. The post received 51 upvotes and several comments.
Considerations for Future Plans
As with many people who have accomplished significant weight loss, CoastalMixX was understandably unsure of what to do next. There were three suggestions provided by other Redditors: cutting further to reach a "ripped" state, going on a recomp, a gradual addition of muscle mass while keeping fat gains at bay, or beginning a bulk. CoastalMixX was open to all three and grateful for the feedback.
Maintenance: A Challenge for Many
One suggestion put forward was to attempt "maintaining" their current weight this summer. This option could prove challenging for many people, as it required monitoring food intake vigilantly. Successful maintenance would enable CoastalMixX to begin a traditional slow bulk in the fall/winter and cut in spring, a popular approach many people follow.
Keep the Workouts Intense
Another suggestion was to maintain the current diet but increase the intensity of workouts. This suggestion is perfect for people who do not want to see further weight loss but do wish to see more toning and sculpting in their physique. CoastalMixX expressed an interest in this option, demonstrating his adaptability and willingness to explore new directions.
Find Inspiration and Motivation
Everyone has obstacles on their weight loss journey. Weight loss may be a solitary pursuit, but there are plenty of online communities like Reddit where people with similar goals can offer one another hope, support, and sound advice. CoastalMixX found all three and overcame his difficulties. His post can help inspire others to begin or continue their weight loss journey, possibly even finding new paths to explore.
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.
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