Best way to set weight loss goals?

mlindenmuth36
mlindenmuth36 Posts: 35 Member
edited February 2 in Health and Weight Loss
I know the total #I am trying to hit but I set a smaller # of 25 lbs to lose. I hit that goal now I want to set another goal of 25lbs. Do I set a time to reach this goal? If so should I do a mini goal each week?

What works best? TIA.

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  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    I'm not a fan of setting a time limit on weight loss. The body will lose at its own pace and weight fluctuates too much to set goals for week to week loss. Having a time frame in mind always frustrated me more than helping me.

    Look at the long term picture, take measurements, and focus on meeting your calorie and exercise goals week to week instead of the number on the scale.
  • SJVZEE
    SJVZEE Posts: 451 Member
    I'm not a fan of setting a time limit on weight loss. The body will lose at its own pace and weight fluctuates too much to set goals for week to week loss. Having a time frame in mind always frustrated me more than helping me.

    Look at the long term picture, take measurements, and focus on meeting your calorie and exercise goals week to week instead of the number on the scale.

    Agree!
  • bob_day
    bob_day Posts: 87
    I was well into my diet before I thought to set a goal.
    Then, very arbitrarily, I decided that my goal was to lose
    1/4 of my maximum weight. It took me about five more
    years to reach that goal. So, no, I don't think you need
    to set mini goals or time limits.
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