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cberry1621

Hello, I need some help. I am trying to slim down for my sister's wedding. It is 6 months away. I'd like to lose 20lbs, but I'd be happy with 15. Can anyone help me?

Lietchi

Welcome to My Fitness Pal!

Losing 15-20lbs certainly sounds feasible, presuming you're not yet at a normal BMI. Have you set up your goals on MFP?
https://www.myfitnesspal.com/account/change_goals_guided
Generally, we recommend choosing a weight loss rate of 0.5-1% of your bodyweight per week.

Some interesting reads to get started:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10300331/most-helpful-posts-getting-started-must-reads#latest

If you need more specific help, just gives us some more explanations/context and we'll help you out the best we can

DancingMoosie

Set up your goals and stick to your deficit. Cardio and strength training can help. Let us know if you have more specific questions.

springlering62

And be sure to develop habits so you can maintain your loss beyond six months. Don’t go into this with a goal in mind and then throw it all to the winds again.