Question for all you awesome achievers!

Mindful_Trent · January 2011

It's definitely doable, but keep in mind that healthy weight loss should slow when you get closer to your goal - you may lose the 1st 30 lbs in 2 to 3 months, and then take that same length or longer to lose the last 20 lbs. The less you have to lose, the less your body can support a big deficit without either using muscle for fuel or lowing your metabolism, neither of which you want - so you will want to lower your per week goal as you get closer to your goal.

RMinVA · January 2011

It's definitely doable, but keep in mind that healthy weight loss should slow when you get closer to your goal - you may lose the 1st 30 lbs in 2 to 3 months, and then take that same length or longer to lose the last 20 lbs. The less you have to lose, the less your body can support a big deficit without either using muscle for fuel or lowing your metabolism, neither of which you want - so you will want to lower your per week goal as you get closer to your goal.

I agree! It actually wound up taking me about a year and a half to lose 50#. The first 30 came off much quicker than the last 20. Go big with your goals, but set some mini goals along the way. And be prepared to readjust for the curve balls that life just loves to throw us. I'm guessing you probably didn't gain it in 8 months, so even if it takes you a bit longer to lose it, is that so bad?

That_Girl · January 2011

I actually did gain it in about 8 months. Hrm....health issues and medication and surgery.

But I'm OK now!

You guys are awesome! Thanks for the support!

bigp58 · January 2011

Im down 18 pounds in 2 months so its definitely possible. Keep up the good work and stay positive.

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