By Height By Weight  

86 Lbs Lost Incredible Journey of a 53 Year Old Man's Weight Loss

A 53-year-old man went from 253 lbs to 167 lbs in a journey of a lifetime. Learn about the changes he made, including biking, and his success story in this article!

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
A progress pic of a 5'11" man showing a weight loss from 253 pounds to 167 pounds. A total loss of 86 pounds.
M/53/5'11" [253 -> 167 = 86 lbs] - you need some older folks here! (story in comments)
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

At 53-years-old, one man's incredible journey from 253 lbs to 167 lbs started with a health scare over his weight. Following a change in lifestyle, including cycling, and tracking his food intake using MyFitnessPal, he is now a delightful success tale that challenges the notion that getting old means giving up on fitness goals.

A Massive Transformation

The before-and-after images shared by the Reddit user contain a massive transformation. From an unrecognizable man with a white beard and mustache, the man turned into a new person with a full head of hair and a distinct look. All the hard work paid off in the end, as he lost around 86 pounds to get to his ideal weight of 165 lbs.

Say Goodbye to Obesity

Losing all the excess weight was not an easy task, but by making the ideal lifestyle improvements, he was able to conquer his obesity. His first move was to monitor his calorie intake using MyFitnessPal, which helped him shed off some unwanted pounds quickly.

Embracing a New Hobby

After getting comfortable with tracking his meals, the man began to introduce cycling into his lifestyle. With time, he now cycles to work every day and has completed numerous century rides. By finding joy in this activity and making it a daily part of his routine, biking has helped him improve his health.

Conclusion

This man's story serves as an inspiration for anyone who is hesitant on making changes in their lifestyles during their old age. His journey indicates that by making the right decisions and embracing new hobbies, people can overcome obesity and have a healthier and happier life irrespective of their age. Try embracing healthier lifestyle approaches yourself and see where they will lead you!

Comments
No comments found! Be the first!

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.