How Long Did It Take You To Lose 30lbs?

I've been losing 2lbs a week. I'm on my 5th week and right at 10lbs lost. I've never dieted before or taken fitness and nutrition seriously. I too would like to lose a total of 30lbs. From what I've read online, everyone's body is different, but as long as you have the right calorie deficiencies you can lose 2lbs a week comfortably. So make 2lbs a week your goal then do the math. It seems generally it's between 4-10 months depending on how agressive and determined you are. I also read that it's important not to starve yourself and make sure you're getting the recommended minimum calorie intake for your size/gender. Also, by slowly losing the weight your body is better prepared to keep it off. If you just starve yourself, as soon as you eat again you'll put the weight back on. I also read (I've been reading a lot haha) that ''tic-tacking'' your calorie intake is helpful. For instance, 2,200 one day and 1,600 the next. If you simply eat the same thing everyday or have the same general caloric intake, your body will adjust to the ''new normal'' and your weight loss efforts will suffer. There are calorie guideline calculators you can lookup for reference to make sure you are eating enough. By eating the minimum calories needed per day, you are getting the necessary nutrients your body needs to function and the food keeps your metabolism going. No food = no metabolism = no weight loss. Without enough food, your body will first consume muscle mass for engergy--then fat mass. I found it was interesting that 1 pound equals about 3,500 calories, but maybe that's just because I like numbers. Keep burning calories and stay strong! The way I see it, if we all stick with our goals, in a few months time we'll be different people.

Currently trying to lose about the same. I'm 34, office job. First half stone was quick at 2lb a week. It's slowing now. I'm just taking it one step at a time, not sure when I'll get there but know that if I keep it up, I'll be at a better place in just one month, 3 months etc.

It has taken me exactly 7 weeks (TODAY). Depending on your weight, depends on how quickly you tend to lose as well. I am a Gym Rat now (never thought I would say that). I walk a lot and I drink a lot of water. I still have a long way to go... but going from 260 to 230 feels pretty darn good! I don't starve myself... if I want something I eat it. However, I do weigh my food and make better choices.

I want to say it took me roughly 3 months - BUT that was way back when I wasn't truly sure what I was doing. I was very super strictly eating no bread, mostly salads, eating meats, fruit every morning, etc... and Working out, mostly cardio every day. I've kept it off since about 2008. I've went back and forth with 10 more pounds the last several years (lose about 10-15 lbs each summer and gain it back around holidays).