Hey guys! Specific weight loss question for my stats. I’m 38. 5’3. 117 lbs. this is a healthy weight for sure but I’m soft flabby and I was much happier 2 years ago when I was 110. I’d love to shed those 7 lbs in 3 weeks. Important event coming up. Do we think this is possible? Let’s say I eat 1000 calories a day and make sure I burn 500 a day. That about 500 calories less food a day and 500 workout calories. Which means 7000 less a week. Which should burn 2 lbs a week right? I think this is doable in a healthy way with chicken veggies smoothies etc. I know it’s haeder since I’m not fat. But what do we think? Any tips? It’s unfortunately very important I look my best in 3 weeks.
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Truffle Monster
Active member, Cyclist
Hi Lem,
Firstly welcome.
Secondly it always worries me when people say they want to lose weight quickly or just for aesthetic reasons.
I don’t mean to say you shouldn’t want to lose weight as only you know your specific question but I don’t understand how you cane to your conclusion that you need to lose 7 pounds. Where did that number come from? If you’re basing it off a BMI calculation these are inherently inaccurate and you may be chasing a ghost.
If you’re looking at losing belly fat specifically please understand that this is not possible. You can’t isolate one specific area so although you may lose 7lbs it MAY not be visible to you because it’s from all over your body. Usually people stress about things like butt, thighs, love handles etc and they get disheartened because although their weigh drops they can’t SEE a noticeable difference to their “trouble” areas. This is because we’re naturally drawn to the negatives we see in ourselves. That’s why self portraits often include exaggerated moles or noses or chins; whatever the artist feels strongly about.
There are lots of great, helpful people here if you want help but you’re better off starting a diary thread and giving more information about your life and lifestyle.
Firstly welcome.
Secondly it always worries me when people say they want to lose weight quickly or just for aesthetic reasons.
I don’t mean to say you shouldn’t want to lose weight as only you know your specific question but I don’t understand how you cane to your conclusion that you need to lose 7 pounds. Where did that number come from? If you’re basing it off a BMI calculation these are inherently inaccurate and you may be chasing a ghost.
If you’re looking at losing belly fat specifically please understand that this is not possible. You can’t isolate one specific area so although you may lose 7lbs it MAY not be visible to you because it’s from all over your body. Usually people stress about things like butt, thighs, love handles etc and they get disheartened because although their weigh drops they can’t SEE a noticeable difference to their “trouble” areas. This is because we’re naturally drawn to the negatives we see in ourselves. That’s why self portraits often include exaggerated moles or noses or chins; whatever the artist feels strongly about.
There are lots of great, helpful people here if you want help but you’re better off starting a diary thread and giving more information about your life and lifestyle.
alligatorob
Respected Member
Hey Lem, welcome!
I pretty much second what TM has already said, we are more oriented to people losing weight for health reasons. I suspect that might be part of your motivation as well.
As TM suggested you start a diary on the Weight Loss Diary page (https://weight-loss.fitness.com/forums/weight-loss-diary.9/ ) and tell us more about yourself and your goals. That will get you more attention and is a good way to start. You should also read other's diaries to see how things work.
Best of luck to you!
I pretty much second what TM has already said, we are more oriented to people losing weight for health reasons. I suspect that might be part of your motivation as well.
As TM suggested you start a diary on the Weight Loss Diary page (https://weight-loss.fitness.com/forums/weight-loss-diary.9/ ) and tell us more about yourself and your goals. That will get you more attention and is a good way to start. You should also read other's diaries to see how things work.
Best of luck to you!
FoodC
New member
Hi @Lem I would say exactly the same as everyone above me 
There is no better way to lose weight than a balanced diet and no rush.
In my opinion you should just give up every snack, focus on your meals (your meal should contain proteins, fat, carbs and veggies)... There is really big chance that your body will start to lose weight, but 7 pounds- that is too much for 3 weeks. No one wants you to have a yoyo effect.
1000 kcal is too small portion for the whole day which including work and workouts. That is an easy way to lose weight but just for a short period of time. After that, your weight will be 117 pounds again or even more
It is just better to stop rush yourself about everything including diet and lose weight. Give yourself time, calm your mind and think that it would be great to achieve this 110 pounds by healthy way and keep it for a longer time than 2 weeks..
There is no better way to lose weight than a balanced diet and no rush.
In my opinion you should just give up every snack, focus on your meals (your meal should contain proteins, fat, carbs and veggies)... There is really big chance that your body will start to lose weight, but 7 pounds- that is too much for 3 weeks. No one wants you to have a yoyo effect.
1000 kcal is too small portion for the whole day which including work and workouts. That is an easy way to lose weight but just for a short period of time. After that, your weight will be 117 pounds again or even more
It is just better to stop rush yourself about everything including diet and lose weight. Give yourself time, calm your mind and think that it would be great to achieve this 110 pounds by healthy way and keep it for a longer time than 2 weeks..