We recommend only a 1-2 lb weight loss per week, so it could take up to about 6 months of hard work. To lose weight, you have to burn more calories than you consume. There are 3,500 calories in one pound which means a calorie deficit of 500 calories per day to lose 1 lb per week. It's best to increase exercise and decrease caloric intake in order to burn 500 calories per day.
The Biggest Loser makes losing weight look fairly easy. Contestants regularly lose 5-10 lbs per week and are often upset if they only lose 4 lbs. The show doesn't mention that the contestants are exercising for at least 8 hours a day and are on a very restricted calorie diet! I do appreciate the fact that they discuss healthy eating and prove that with exercise and a healthy diet, it's possible to lose a significant amount of weight. However, the show creates unrealistic expectations about weight loss.
More to come on tips for losing weight!
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