15 lbs in 3 weeks? Possible?

Confidence and clothes that fit will go a lot farther than 3 weeks of weight loss. Instead I spending money on quick fixes, go buy a fabulous new outfit.
In the next three weeks, if you immediately start eating at the largest recommended deficit, you could lose a legitimate 6 lbs (2 per week). Add that to the water weight/bloating you can ditch by eating healthy and adding a fiber supplement if you aren't "regular" and you'll have a "visual 15 lbs" if not an actual 10-12.
Good luck, remember, just like high school, everyone is so worried about what THEY look like, they don't really have time to notice tiny flaws in YOU.

Why and how are you fasting? When does your fast end?
Are you willing to start exercising regularly?

Just give up on the idea of losing 15 pounds before your reunion. Focus on losing weight this week. Then focus on next week. And then the week after that. Lose it for yourself and not for people who you haven't seen in years and won't see again for another 5+ years.

Amerielle wrote: »

Are they having a weigh in? Seriously, don't be desperate. Start eating at a moderate deficit and get some exercise. Go shopping for a flattering outfit and get your hair done. Go and have a great time! You will feel so good and will have a great time seeing everyone.

Also, if this reunion is with people who would criticize you at all for a little weight, skip it and do something with people who are meaningful to you.

Ditto this.

It is possible for a person to lose that kind of weight, but usually they would have to be obese to start with. You are overweight, but not obese so it would be extremely difficult for you to do it. Some people are able to lose lots of weight in the short term on a low carb diet. You may want to try that. It probably won't help you lose 15 pounds, but it will help you lose a lot.

Sunny1007 wrote: »

I know its crazy and not the healthiest amount of time to lose weight in but, I am desperate. I am going to a reunion and need to lose 15 lbs in 3 weeks, I am not planning on keeping it that way after and hope to get to a healthier lifestyle afterwards but, this is just a short-term quick fix. Does any one have any tips or recommendations for diets or workouts they recommend? My stats are: 21 years old - 5'5 and 162 lbs.

Yes, it's crazy.

No, you can't lose 15 pounds in 3 weeks.

How long have you known about this reunion? It's always good to plan far ahead.

My advice is to start eating at calorie deficit and start your healthy lifestyle now, and go to your reunion and enjoy every minute of it.

Honestly, everyone above is right. A good haircut and flattering outfit will make you look much thinner without having to starve yourself. Also stay properly hydrated and make sure not to eat foods that make you bloat and you'll be fine. Just pick things that flatter your figure - have nice legs? Wear heels and show them off. Want to hide hips or a tummy? get a flowy, high-waisted dress (maybe something v-neck or one shoulder to draw attention upward). And most importantly - smile and have fun!

Anecdotally - when I was in college I was very thin and super duper shy. My roommate was significantly overweight but incredibly confident and outgoing. Can you guess which of us was consider the glam one and had all the boyfriends? That's right, she was

Not going to happen. Why are you fasting?

Sunny1007 wrote: »

How many calories would be considered healthy for my stats?

Have you tried seeing what MFP recommends for you?

Note: I am not a doctor or a trainer. I agree with those above that that kind of dieting is unlikely to be effective or healthy.

Do you do any kind of regular exercise now? If not, you might see some results from eating sensibly (after Ramadan) and doing some kind of light but regular exercise routine starting right away. New exercisers can may get some improvements in how their clothes fit and changes in their measurements in a month or two. I'm working through the Blogilates Beginner 2.0 Calendar right now. It's challenging if you don't have a lot of core strength or endurance, but it may be possible to start that right away because pilates wouldn't burn a whole lot of calories while you're fasting, and it might help you get into a routine that you can stick to later on.

I agree with the others above that getting nice hair cut and wearing a flattering outfit will do a lot for your confidence. Also, remember that most people are too busy being insecure about themselves to put a lot of thought into others. You're probably judging yourself much more harshly than anyone else will be.

While fasting (Ramadan?) if you can count calories that would help lose more since you would be in a deficit for additional weeks. I don't think you should set a time limit on weight loss though, and 15 may be unrealistic for you. Enter your info into MFP and set your deficit. Eat within that and you will lose weight. Don't stress the date too much, if you are still worried by the reunion rolls around just buy a well fitting outfit and maybe some spanx.

Asher_Ethan wrote: »

How long have you known about this reunion?

I am almost 100% sure more than 3 weeks.