Deepa Reddy Deepa Reddy Asked 5 months ago

What is the average weight loss per week?

My fitness trainer told me to aim for a healthy and sustainable weight loss. I was wondering, what's considered the average weight loss per week that's safe and effective?

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Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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As someone managing high BP, my doctor always emphasizes slow and steady weight loss. He says losing around 0.5 to 1 kg per week is ideal. Anything faster can put strain on your heart and blood pressure. Regular checkups are also important, don't forget that.

Divya Rao Divya Rao Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Initially, I used to panic if I didn't lose 2-3 kgs in a week. But then my dietician told me that 0.5 to 1 kg per week is perfectly normal and healthy. It's much more sustainable and you don't feel like you're starving yourself. Don't stress too much about rapid loss!

Varun Sharma Varun Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For healthy and sustainable weight loss, aiming for about 0.5 to 1 kg per week is good. Combine that with a balanced diet and some form of exercise, like brisk walking for 30-45 minutes daily (if your doctor permits). Consistency is key, not speed.

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Ria Das Ria Das Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Hey! 😃 Most experts say a healthy weight loss is about 0.5 to 1 kg per week. It sounds less, but it adds up! Plus, it's easier to maintain that way. Keep at it, you got this! 💪

Neha Joshi Neha Joshi Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, usually docs say around 1-2 pounds, which is like 0.5 to 1 kg per week, is healthy. Actually, anything more than that can be just water weight ya muscle loss, which is not good. Slow and steady wins the race, bolte hain na?

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Aparna Mehta Aparna Mehta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As a general guideline, 1 to 2 pounds (0.5 to 1 kg) of weight loss per week is considered safe and effective. It's about creating a consistent calorie deficit while ensuring you get enough nutrients. Always discuss with a professional if you have underlying conditions.

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