M/21/6'1'': How Reddit User Azninvazn57 Lost 16Lbs in 2.5 Months

Realizing how being fed up with weight gain can help you lose weight

After getting out of a 2.5 year relationship, Reddit user AznInvazn57 realized just how much weight he had gained, and decided he was fed up with it and needed to change. He started lifting halfway through May, but unfortunately had to take a month-long vacation to South Korea a few weeks into the program which caused him to only hit the gym twice during the whole month. However, he persevered and still managed to lose 16lbs in 2.5 months.

Before and after pictures reveal progress

To track his progress, AznInvazn57 took a couple of pictures in March when he started and compared them to a picture taken in August, 2.5 months after he started lifting. Although he is yet to attain his desired body weight, his progress is really evident, thus he deserves commendation for the effort he has put in so far.

Running for weight loss

AznInvazn57 decided to start running to burn calories, and trained for a half marathon back in college when he weighed 210lbs. Running aids weight loss as it helps burn fat, increases metabolism and improves overall fitness levels.

The importance of perseverance and determination

Despite various setbacks like his month-long vacation to South Korea which disrupted his fitness routine AznInvazn57 still managed to lose weight. His story highlights the importance of determination and perseverance towards weight loss. Trying out different routines that work for you and staying focused on goals weigh losing goals is crucial in the journey towards attaining an ideal body weight.

Conclusion

AznInvazn57's progress in no small measure highlights a set of lessons for people who desire to lose weight - Perseverance rather than immediate success should be the target, small improvements are better than no improvement, and finally, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss as everyone's body is different. People should try out different methods and find what works for them.