How Much Weight Can I Lose in 5 Weeks?

[Jodi1980]

I'm going to WDW March 2003 and want my teenage daughter to come with me - to motivate myself, I'm going to tell her that if I lost ____ pounds in 5 weeks, will she promise to come with me. She is not sure right now if she wants to come (it will be our 10th visit).

What is a good amount to go for? According to weight watchers, I need to lose 23 pounds as a first goal.

[Kermit]

One pound a week is a reasonable, safe amount of weight to lose, but it's possible to lose a little more (around 2-3 pounds/week) safely if you have a lot of weight to lose.

Good luck!

[Saffron]

Ten pounds. :D

[mtemm]

I would change it...I would say that for the next 5 weeks I would exercise 4x a week for at least a half hour (even a walk counts!) and eat healthfully (get those all of those fruits/veggies/lean proteins/whole grains, skip the junk) everyday, or 5 out of 7 or whatever you think is reasonable. If drinking water is difficult, you could choose to say I'll drink all 8-10 glasses each day.

I think choosing a number just sets you up for discouragement...either you lose more and you think, hey, this is easy...and when the loss slows down you give up.

Or you don't lose that easily to begin with...very discouraging!

If you decide to go another route and focus on health...not only will you feel great by the end of those 5 weeks, but you will also probably be lighter too boot!

Good luck!

[faith]

Seven? :D Don't make yourself miserable by starving!

[Goofyposter]

1-2 pounds per week is what most folks recognize as a safe and maintainable rate of weight loss :)

[shortbun]

I'd say five and really work on it to achieve more.
If you have a lot to lose, the first two weeks usually
-no promises-sheds several pounds. Everyone is
different. How about setting a goal for reasonably
staying on the WW program and see what that
weight loss is?
If you drink the water and moderately increase your
excersize as well as following the plan of meals
and calories, 5 lbs should be fairly easy in 5 weeks. You
might have inspired me to go back to WW. thanks!
mimi

[JesNJakesMom]

I am a nutritionalist and sell Herbalife Products. I myself lost 13 pounds in 2 weeks without hardly trying. I lost a total of 30 pounds in 3 months. I have clients that have lost 10-15 pounds and up to 20 overall inches in 2 weeks. Then, after that initial loss, mostly goes down to 2-4 pounds per week. It's a wonderful product and Effedra free! No harsh stimulants or jittery feelings! And, no special food to buy, you eat what you want, just in moderation.

Without "help" and with a lot of willpower I would guess 2 pounds per week wouldn't be out of reach!

[becka]

1-2 pounds a week is reasonable and safe. I would set your goal at 7-8 pounds in 5 weeks.

[antkim]

O.K Shelly I'm sold!How/where/and how much are your products?
Kim

[Steve H.]

I'd have to agree with shortbun -- make the goal staying on program with WW for the 5 weeks. If you stay on program that entire length of time, no matter what your total weight loss is, you've done your best. Individual weight loss is too difficult to determine without knowing a lot of factors (especially how far over optimal weight you are).

Odds are, your first 1-2 weeks of WW, you'll lose like 2-5 pounds a week, but then you potentially might plateau at that point for another week or two.

[glo]

I am hoping for 2 pounds a week from now til Christmas. I think that 2 a week is reasonable. Good luck...I hope it works out!

[JesNJakesMom]

We have a variety of products at a variety of costs. The Effedra Free appetite control/metabolism booster is $29.95 for a one month supply.

If you email me your address and phone number I can call you to discuss our products and I'll send you a catalog. My website is www.herbalifeconnection.com but my shopping carts are not working very well, I prefer over the phone at this time. The prices on the website include shipping and there is no sales tax.

[Steve H.]

I'd advise reading sites like this first, before buying stuff like that:

http://www.bsu.edu/news/article/0,1299,5094~~,00.html

[JesNJakesMom]

I agree that there are a lot of "scams" out there right now. My products however have been around for 22 years and have been used by myself, friends, family and others I personally know for a variety of reasons. They are Effedra free and safer to take than some of the stuff you can purchase over the counter at Walmart. You are dealing with someone who can help you specifically with the products rather than playing a guessing game at the drugstore.

I am not trying to sell anything -- someone asked me for information, I gave it. No one has to respond or feel obligated!

[Steve H.]

Originally posted by JesNJakesMom
They are Effedra free and safer to take than some of the stuff you can purchase over the counter at Walmart.

Well then, as a professional, you should know that it's Ephedra, not Effedra. :rolleyes:

[JesNJakesMom]

Please excuse my spelling -- I am trying to squeeze these posts in between my day job as a bookkeeper, not a teacher! I never said I was a good speller did I? I am new to the Community Board though, so, if good spelling is required I guess I better excuse myself right now!?!;)

[Saffron]

Shelly -

Stick around. You'll meet a lot of nice people and have a lot of fun. :)

[Mermaid02]

I have lost 11 pounds in 4 weeks on Weight Watchers.... I really think that modifying your eating habits while eating what you normally like and increasing your activity level is the way to go!

[Bumbles]

I'd be very wary of Herbalife products..nothing takes the place of healthy eating and exercise.

Interesting websites re: Herbalife:

http://www.ftc.gov/foia/herbalife.pdf

http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2002/09/weightlossrpt.htm

http://www.quackwatch.org/04ConsumerEducation/News/ephedrainsurance.html

Odd...as of April Herbalife products did contain ephedra

[antkim]

Sorry Shelly-I had NO idea things would get so heated when I asked about your product!I will PM you for futher info after I read your website.
I have always used WW as a guide to loosing weight.I am a lifetime member and go off and on.I really only have about 15 pounds to loose.I am within "goal" weight now BUT I was much happier 15 pounds lighter!I have been doing the point system for a few weeks but I'm not making much progress this time around!?!The last time I faithfully did it the pounds melted off quickly so why is it difficult this time?I'm 34 and chase kids around all day!!haha
Advice from anyone?
Kim

[JesNJakesMom]

Bumbles, I really don't want to debate this issue. However, I feel that I must respond.

The first link you gave is in reference to the work from home opportunity. It has absolutely nothing to do with the quality or effectiveness of our products. No one is forced to join Herbalife or spend excessive amounts of money to join (although many people have and probably will continue to do so). That is not what I represent!

Second, many products that have been on the market in past years have recently been pulled off the shelves, including children's cough medicine. We learn new things all the time! Herbalife made a decision to create a diet pill which was Ephedra free -- and good for them. Look at Metabolife, Stacker 2 and some of the others you can still get at any drugstore which DO have Ephedra in them. People buy these all the time and get extreme side effects. I say good for Herbalife that they were able to acknowledge the problem and create a solution that works!

I am here to have fun and post with people I have a common interest with. And, now that I have said my piece I will try to refrain from responding to any more negative Herbalife posts. Someone wanted to know how much weight they could lose and I responded with a safe, effective solution. Nothing more!

And Saffron, thank you, I think I will stick around. I was hoping this could be kept light hearted. I really like what I've seen on this forum in the past few days! I can't believe I've been posting for over a year and never really explored the "Community". What a great site DIS is!

[Bumbles]

The first link was to show what a fine company Herbalife is :)

[JesNJakesMom]

I have no complaints! And, I think it's a fine company too, thank you!

[gepetto]

I hope no one is considering buying Herbalife. Everyone I know that has used it has gotten sick. :o I think it's a shame that someone is trying to use these boards to promote/sell their products.

[Steve H.]

Originally posted by antkim
I have always used WW as a guide to loosing weight.I am a lifetime member and go off and on.I really only have about 15 pounds to loose.I am within "goal" weight now BUT I was much happier 15 pounds lighter!I have been doing the point system for a few weeks but I'm not making much progress this time around!?!The last time I faithfully did it the pounds melted off quickly so why is it difficult this time?I'm 34 and chase kids around all day!!haha
Advice from anyone?
Kim

I'm also Lifetime WW, and I wish I had some helpful advice on how to drop those pounds, but unfortunately, it's always hard to say why you are losing weight this time around.

Try altering the foods you're eating every week or two. Try some different recipes or eat different combinations (e.g. less fruits, more vegetables, etc.) of foods. Increase the amount of water you're drinking. Or maybe eat a few more points (if on the low side of the range) or a few less points (if on the high side of the range). Often, your body just gets used to the amount and types of food that you put into your body and a small change may change up your metabolism for the better.

Good luck! :)

[missymouse3367]

To loose weight you must make a lifestyle change. You need to incorporate fruits and veggies into your daily diet. You also need to re-evaluate your portion size. 6-8 glasses of water a day. Exercise is very important, start with walking. Good Luck :D

[CJK]

At a maximum, you can only lose 2 pounds a week. If people say they've lost more, they're losing water, muscle, etc... To do it safely, 2lbs is very good. Don't put too much emphasis on the scale either. Muscle weighs MORE than fat so if you're exercising and are doing strength training, the scale may seem deceiving! I teach overall wellness (nutrition & fitness) so PM me if you need any help. Good luck!

[Goofyposter]

To loose weight you must make a lifestyle change. You need to incorporate fruits and veggies into your daily diet. You also need to re-evaluate your portion size. 6-8 glasses of water a day. Exercise is very important, start with walking.

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....no suppliments...will or can replace the math of life....to reduce...consume less that you expend (calorie wise). Exercise will keep you young in body, mind and spirit!

[lil mermaid]

Antkim,

I agree that WW is a a wonderful program. I have seen several people lose quite a bit of weight on it in a really healthy way. I think one of the things that is good about WW is that it teaches portion control and the importance of fruits, veggies, fiber, water and EXERCISE. Steve H, missymouse and CJK (and others) have given you some really great advice. Stick with it, and you will see results!!

PLEASE, before you take Herbalife or any other so called "weight loss supplement" do your research. There have been at least two wrongful death lawsuits filed against herbalife as well as many many complaints. We just want you to be healthy and safe.

JNJMom, just curious, what are your qualifications as a nutritionist?

[d.kurz]

You are all missing the point! Jodi has a teenage DD that she needs to BARGAIN with to get her to agree to go to WDW!!! I say to heck with the 10 lbs! I'll go with you, no strings attached!
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[gepetto]

Originally posted by lil mermaid


JNJMom, just curious, what are your qualifications as a nutritionist?

nutritionalist

Wonder what the difference is between a nutritionist[/b] and a [i]nutritionalist?

[lil mermaid]

Originally posted by gepetto
nutritionalist

Wonder what the difference is between a nutritionist and a [i]nutritionalist? [/B]

hmmm...I guess I just misread, or assumed she meant "nutritionalist." I just thought it strange that she was giving advice that didn't have anything to do with, well - nutrition. I don't know WHAT a nutritionalist is.