M/24's 40Lb Weight Loss Transformation over 18 Months
See how Mcallister126 took control and lost 20% of his bodyweight, playing rugby and feeling great. Learn how he did it in his reddit post!
Article by Madeleine Smith
![A before and after photo of a 5'8" male showing a weight reduction from 200 pounds to 160 pounds. A total loss of 40 pounds. A before and after photo of a 5'8" male showing a weight reduction from 200 pounds to 160 pounds. A total loss of 40 pounds.](https://myprogresspics.com/storage/images/6l91MZC_optimized_1x.jpg)
M/24/5'8" [~200 > 160 = 40 lbs] 18 months
Originally posted on /r/progresspics
Introduction
Reddit user Mcallister126 is celebrating a major transformation after losing around 40lbs over the course of 18 months. The M/24 rugby player went from around 200lbs to 160lbs, shredding his body fat and upping his fitness game. In his reddit post, Mcallister126 shares photos and details his journey, inspiring others to take control of their own health and wellness.
Changing Habits
Mcallister126 made some significant lifestyle changes to achieve his weight loss success, including a focus on a more balanced diet with fewer carbs and more protein. He also added more consistent exercise to his routine, often doing high-intensity interval training which greatly helped burning calories, especially during the quarantine. Additionally, he started tracking his progress, including caloric intake, and making sure to stay within his goals to maintain motivation.
Results
The hard work and persistence finally paid off, and Mcallister126's transformation is nothing short of amazing as he looks happier and healthier than before. With his new fit body and positive mindset, Mcallister126 has reportedly continued playing rugby at a faster pace, while excelling in his digital marketing job. He is now more confident, positive, and motivated to remain on this path.
Inspiring Others to take action
Mcallister126's journey has been an inspiration for many on Reddit, and is a great example of how taking small steps to improve one's lifestyle can lead to massive results. Reading success stories like this should encourage us all to try new things in our lives and take the reins when it comes to achieving our individual health goals.
Conclusion
Congratulations to Mcallister126 for his amazing weight loss efforts and positive outlook on life. His transformation has shown that with some changes in habits and a lot of hard work, significant weight loss and fitness improvement is possible. Let this be inspiration for any individual seeking to improve their health and wellness!
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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.
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