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One Woman's Inspiring 71Lb Weight Loss Journey in 1 Year

Read about the inspiring weight loss journey of a 21-year-old woman who lost 71lbs in only 1 year! Learn how her attitude and habits changed to transform her body.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'7" female showing a weight reduction from 218 pounds to 147 pounds. A total loss of 71 pounds.
F/21/5'7" [218lbs > 147lbs = 71lbs] (1 year) My skewed mind honestly doesn't see much difference, and it's scaring me a bit.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction to the Journey

The journey to losing weight and transforming one's body can be a lengthy and challenging one. This journey can only be successful with patience, dedication and hard work. This is exactly what a 21-year-old woman from Reddit endeavored in as she shared her story of losing 71lbs in only a year.

The Start of the Journey

At the start of her weight loss journey, the woman weighed 218lbs at a height of 5'7". It wasn't an easy start for her, as she consistently found herself losing motivation and quickly regaining weight. However, determined to make a change, she changed up her diet to focus on balancing protein, healthy fats and carbs. She also started working out for 30 minutes each day, finding that she needed some form of exercise to help her maintain her weight loss goals.

Staying Committed Despite Setbacks

Despite the woman's progress and success, she was struggling with body dysmorphia, causing her to be unable to recognize the positive changes in her body. She also experienced a setback after a medical emergency, causing her to regain 10lbs, but she didn't let that stop her from getting back on track. Through her setbacks, she finally started to recognize her progress.

Positive Attitude for Long-Term Results

Looking back, it's clear the woman transformed her mindset and attitude towards her journey, adapting a growth mindset, and never lost sight of her long-term goal. She also adapted some success habits to make sure this long-term goal was achievable. These habits included tracking calories, focusing on consistency rather than perfection, and ensuring she enjoyed what she was doing by finding ways to make exercising more fun. These changes lended well as she was able to overcome her body image issues to create an authentic, sustainable change.

Conclusion: Tips for Your Journey

The weight loss journey is a difficult and personal one, but you can find inspiration and success from the Reddit user's story. If you're beginning your own journey, focus on small changes in diet and exercise, celebrating every little milestone along the way. Keep tracking your progress through a journal. Remember that everyone's body is different, and don't be disheartened by setbacks. These adjustments will set you up for a positive attitude and long-term results.

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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.