[UPDATE] Me [32M/F] with my Husband[32 M] My weight loss is causing issues.

In a cozy suburban home, where the scent of keto dinners mingles with kids’ bedtime giggles, a woman’s fierce health journey has rewritten her family’s story. Dropping 70 pounds through diet and gym dedication, she once faced her husband’s doubts, only to ignite a spark that pulled him aboard her fitness train.

Her Reddit update bursts with energy, revealing a marriage revitalized by shared goals and candid talks. It’s a tale of love bending, not breaking, under the weight of change, inviting readers to cheer for a couple who turned tension into triumph.

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‘[UPDATE] Me [32M/F] with my Husband[32 M] My weight loss is causing issues.’

After posting, I had another talk with my husband. I was very clear that working out was to benefit my health and be a better Mother. I told him how I felt frustrated and tempted quit since my weight loss through diet only had stalled, and how much I really wanted to get into shape.

He really listened, and not only supported me working out, but decided to drop the sugary drinks and excessive fruits and potatoes and go full keto with me! This has made my dinner preparations so much easier! Since his switch to Keto, he's lost 30 lbs, sleeps better, works harder, doesn't get frustrated with the kids as easily, and our s** life is better now than it ever has been.

It used to be that before, he rarely wanted to go out and do activities with the kids and I, now he gets so excited to go and participates so much more! Changing our diets seems to have jump started other projects in our lives as well. On New Years Day, we rounded up everything we haven't used in awhile and donated about half, and put half away for a garage sale in the summer.

We made a 2 year plan to live ultra frugally while saving for our forever home. I've picked up a few extra nights of business during the week since the price of gas has dropped. The extra income helps so much. I hope it stays down awhile while we are saving! (Wishful thinking!) I've been going to the gym after we put the kids to bed a few nights a week, and I feel amazing!

I've had a bad back for years, but weight training is changing that! I love to feel my heart pounding and blood flowing while doing my cardio. Then I go home and my sweet quiet introvert husband has had an hour or so to himself and feels re-charged and misses me. Not only that, but i hadn't realized how much I had been ignoring my own needs.

Those couple of hours alone each week do more than get my body back into shape, I feel such relief mentally to have just a little time to myself. My own music, my own workouts, my alone and get healthy time. The amount of energy I am feeling these days is amazing, my house is always clean, my clients are raving about my services, my 5 year old told me the other day how much fun Mommy is now that I'm not tired all the time.

I've hit 70lbs down, and I'm this/close to breaking 200 lbs for the first time in over a decade. I feel like with my husband's support, nothing can stop us! I've never felt so motivated to reach a goal in all my life. I still went to the gym this week even though I rolled my a**le, AND it was -9* outside.

You can't stop this train! **CHOO-CHOO MOTHERFUCKERS!**. We are looking forward to Spring and all the outdoor activities we will be doing with our kiddos.. I really appreciate all the great advice and support this subreddit gave to me. Thank you all so much!

Her journey from solo struggle to shared triumph underscores the power of communication in relationships. Initially, her husband’s resistance reflected insecurity, a common hurdle when one partner outpaces the other. His shift to keto, losing 30 pounds, shows how empathy and dialogue can align goals, turning friction into fuel for growth.

This mirrors a broader trend: couples who adopt healthy lifestyles together often strengthen their bond. Research highlights that shared goals, like fitness, boost marital satisfaction. Her gym time, easing her back pain and stress, also carved out mental space, a vital self-care lesson for busy parents.

Relationship expert Dr. John Gottman emphasizes, “Shared dreams build stronger partnerships.” The husband’s choice to join her reflects this, enhancing their intimacy and family life. His newfound energy for kid outings shows how personal health ripples outward, uplifting everyone.

For others, her story suggests starting with small, joint steps—like meal planning or walks—while prioritizing open talks. Balancing individual needs with partnership fosters resilience.

Here’s how people reacted to the post:

Reddit erupted with cheers for this couple’s turnaround, tossing in humor and heartfelt support. Here’s what the community shared:

BlondeHearts − It's so refreshing to see updates like this on r/relationships. So happy for you and your husband!!

cosmiclegend − **ALL ABOARD THE /u/intoon HYPETRAIN!**

bpoppygirl − I f**king LOVE this update!

[Reddit User] − This is like a bad commercial for the keto diet.

exccord − CHOO CHOO MOTHERFUCKERS!. greatest line ever.

[Reddit User] − Yay, so proud of you both! It's true that if one partner makes a big change like that and the other doesn't want to change, it can break up a marriage - my husband has personal-trained many ladies who got in shape and switched to healthy foods while their husbands stuck to junk food and couch-sitting... 2/3 of those couples divorced. Your husband is AWESOME for joining you and you are AWESOME for keeping it up.

Fleeing_Mice_Terrors − Mega grats. :)

braninho − Best post ever! :D was great reading such a nice end of story here. Was having not such a great day and this made it 10 times better! Should be on \GetMotivated. Lots of luck with your ride! CHOO CHOOO!! :D

lexis0213 − Wonderful update!! Congrats!

[Reddit User] − What an amazing update.. Good luck to you two!

These lively takes celebrate their success, but do they capture the grit behind their unity? Maybe it’s less about keto and more about love’s quiet compromises!

From a wife’s determined health quest to a couple’s unstoppable synergy, this story glows with hope. It reminds us that tough talks and shared goals can mend divides, sparking joy and purpose. Have you ever rallied a partner to join your journey, or faced doubts that turned to triumphs? Share your experiences—what’s your secret to balancing personal growth with love?

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