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Male's 29Lbs Weight Loss Journey in 9 Months: Lessons to Learn

Read on to discover how a male Reddit user achieved a 29lbs weight loss in 9 months without any magic diets.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight cut from 177 pounds to 148 pounds. A net loss of 29 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight cut from 177 pounds to 148 pounds. A net loss of 29 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight cut from 177 pounds to 148 pounds. A net loss of 29 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight cut from 177 pounds to 148 pounds. A net loss of 29 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight cut from 177 pounds to 148 pounds. A net loss of 29 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight cut from 177 pounds to 148 pounds. A net loss of 29 pounds.
Male/18/5'9" [177lbs > 148lbs = 29lbs] (9 Months) I lost most of the weight August-January and got lazy, but hey I'm back on it now and ready to bulk.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Many people who want to lose weight get easily discouraged and quickly give up. However, a Reddit user who goes by the name of [deleted] has proved that with consistency, every goal is achievable.

The Journey

The male user started his journey at a weight of 177lbs and stood at a height of 5'9". Over the course of 9 months, he was able to lose 29lbs by doing a few things. He did not follow any extreme diet, but instead counted his calories using an app called MyFitnessPal. He avoided overeating by tracking the calories of the food he ate and making sure that he was always in a caloric deficit.

The Struggle

Like any weight loss journey, this one was also not immune to struggles. The user admits to getting lazy with his workout routine and diet to some extent. He was able to lose most of his weight in August-January and then regain a bit of weight. However, he didn't let this setback discourage him and got quickly back on track. This time, he is determined to gain some muscle mass without losing the newfound healthy body weight.

Lessons from the Journey

The weight loss journey of this Reddit user teaches us that losing weight is not a one-time thing but a gradual process that requires patience and persistence. One should not starve oneself, as it can lead to deficiencies and unhealthy weight loss. An active lifestyle, proper nutrition, and consistency are some key factors that can help you achieve your weight loss goals.

Conclusion

The journey of this Reddit user is an inspiration for people who think losing weight is impossible. It is important to remember that one-size-fits-all approaches to diets do not work, and progress should be tracked gradually. Rather than focusing on quick results, make small but consistent lifestyle changes and you will eventually notice a significant difference.

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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.