Can I do it in 2 months?

You probably could but that would amount to about 2.5 lbs per week which most dieticians would say is not a healthy amount to lose in such a short period of time, that is unless you are obese but you definitely don't look anywhere near obese. Be careful as too much of a deficit might send your body into starvation mode. The weight will continue to come off but your metabolism will slow and so will the weight loss. The first 5 or so pounds should come off like magic because a lot of the weight you'll initially lose will be water weight. Strength training will slow the weight loss in the beginning because the muscles will flood with water and collagen for repair. As you don't seem really overweight from your photo, the first ten might not be a problem but the last ten may be a struggle once you get closer to your ideal body fat percentage. I'm curious as to why you "need" to lose 20 pounds in such a short amount of time instead of just making a lifestyle change?

Similar situation to you-but I started at 140 lbs and 5'4". I'm older so slower metabolism. I generally don't eat back my exercise calories unless I am hungry. I eat around 6small meals with protein so I am really not hungry often! I lost 7.8 pounds in 30 days. I exercised around 5-6 days a week, usually 40-60 minutes. I am thinking the closer I get to goal, my weight loss will slow down. I'm thrilled with even the small loss I've had and can see the toning, muscles.
The friends on MFP really are motivating! Mostly with their diary ideas and exercising.

Hi! I wan to lose about 20 pounds too! Mind being my weight loss buddy? I hope I can see some results in 2months or so

I'm 5' 2 " and started 8/17/14 at 143 lbs. and weighed in at 130.5 2 days ago, so a 12.5 lbs. loss in ~9 weeks. You sound more dedicated than I am (have yet to add weight training and often go over my set calorie limit), so I wouldn't doubt you will see a nice change in a 2 month timeframe.

When I started I lost nothing the 1st week. I recently changed my goal from 125 lbs. (my best steady weight 5 years ago) to 120 lbs. because things are going better than expected using MFP, making more healthy food and drink choices, and moving more. Before I got started, I was not watching my calories at all and drank A LOT of alcohol and soda. Getting to 143 lbs. was pretty damn scary and I was experiencing chest/heart pains for a couple of months there to boot. No bueno.

I keep my diary open, log daily, try to interact as often as possible, and maintain a positive attitude. Feel free to add me (anyone else can as well).

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Define "significant." No, you can't lose 20 pounds in 8 weeks at your stats. You could lose 4-8 pounds in that amount of time.

I don't see what 20 pounds you have to lose. 10 maybe... am I missing something?

But yeah... small deficit.

machaoc9222 wrote: »

Hi!
I'm 5"3 and weigh 135 lbs and I need to lose approximately 20 lbs. I've started eating really healthy with a calorie deficit and I now exercise 5-6 times a week (cardio and strength training). This is not a crash diet I know that if I want to lose weight and maintain it I have to make permanent changes. So my question is: can I get significant results in 2 months?
This is my body right now:

If you continue your fitness program 5-6 days per week like you stated, I think you'll see more reduction in inches, rather than a full 20 pound weight loss. If you set your goal for 1 pound weight loss per week (500 calorie per day deficit) and exercise like crazy you'll see great results in that time period.