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200 lbs -> 135 lbs, 3 years later
5’5 24F SW: 200 CW: 135
150 lbs maintenance calories: 2100
135 lbs (current) maintenance calories: 1900
Went 200 to 150 in first year (2023-2024), I made lifestyle changes until a plateau at 165 then used CICO to drop the last 15 lbs
Maintained around 147-152 until December 2025.
Decided to start up again using CICO in January 2026 for aesthetics. Very happy to say the least.
400-500 calorie deficit depending on the week, daily intake 1600-1700 cals per day
Please ask away! I am happy to answer any and all questions!
u/Fizztrip — 8 days ago