jmkmiller

Anything that I've read says that it's 4.2 sweat points to every 1 calorie.

Thanks everyone. This was very helpful. I was kinda thinking the same thing (about "starvation mode") but I just wanted to make sure. Thanks again for all of the advice. And good luck to you all on your own journey. :-)

I'm not sure what is really "typical" I think a lot of it depends on where you are starting, and also your diet and exercise. I think that 3 pounds is a realistic weight loss for one week, unless you have 6-8 hours everyday to devote to working out (you know, like on the Biggest Loser). I say, just be proud of what you…