20 People Who Pressed the Reset Button and Transformed Into a Whole New Person

Making a big lifestyle change is not an easy task. But we all have to start somewhere, and for those who want to improve their health, it usually begins with the decision to change the status quo. One way to recalibrate your life is to go back to square one, set goals, and take small steps toward reaching them.

Now I’ve Seen Everything found 20 inspiring people who did a personal “reset” and worked hard to emerge as better and stronger individuals.

1. “December 2016 to December 2021, best Christmas present I ever could’ve given myself.”

2. “Lost 200 lb in 3 years. Learning to not be afraid of gaining weight as I try to put on muscle.”

3. “I believe fitness journeys are self-fulfilling prophecies. It will not work unless you believe that it will.”

4. “Our wedding day vs our second anniversary”

5. “Had RNY (gastric bypass) 15 months ago. One of the hardest yet most rewarding things I’ve done. I’ve got my life back.”

6. “Things are finally starting to turn after a lot of hard work, and I’m hopeful for the future!”

7. “I still have a little bit more body fat to lose, but overall, I’m quite happy.”

8. “From 400 lb to 170 lb”

9. “Down 200 lb! Never thought I’d feel this good again.”

10. “I thought I was being presumptuous buying a size 2...but they fit! First time in my life.”

11. “Turning my life around”

12. “If I can do it, so can you!”

13. “Same chair, 3 years later”

14. “I decided it was time to change things!”

15. “Face gains are the best surprise.”

16. “My routine is 150 minutes of activity and consuming around 1,400 calories per day.”

17. “2 years ago, it was hard to even walk for very long. Now I run 2 miles a day.”

18. “I’m finally close to being under 300 lb!”

19. “Went for a photoshoot to officially end my weight loss journey. If I can do this, anyone can.”

20. “My weight loss journey over 5 years — I started eating intuitively, lifting weights, and boxing.”

• “If this is real, wow. Absolutely incredible.” — © RadioGuyRob / Reddit

If humans had a “reset” button, which aspect of your life would you like to change or start over with?