Can I lose 1 stone in 2 months?

Buzzybee90

I want to lose a stone, I weigh just under 10 currently and I hate it.

Is it possible (without taking drugs!) to do it?

Tropez

Yep. More exercise, better calorie management. Totally doable.

However, if you have any medical conditions it is always worth consulting a GP before taking on any sudden change in diet and/or activity.

Gillyx

Yes definitely. Iv lost almost a stone in 5 weeks. I go to slimming world class. I don't agree with all there principals I.e sweetener etc, but the basic idea I love. Wholesome home cooked meals. I also limit processed foods and I find the weight comes off fine. It's sticking to it that's my problem once Iv lost the weight

fluffnutter

Of course you can. Obviously you'll put it all back on again but for a few weeks at least you'll be slimmer.

bsod

Easily - cut daily intake by 800 calories or more.

Forget exercise and fads and moneymaking groups or products, they are just a diversion from the simple truth that you need to eat less to lose weight.

Kynthia

It is possible, however the more overweight you are the more you can lose in the first few weeks. Therefore you might struggle as you say you weigh less than 10 stone. Exercise helps but you won't do it without reducing your calories.

Buzzybee90

Thanks all, I know it's possible for some people to easily lose it, but I was unsure as I don't weigh excessively large amounts to start with.

My diet isn't hugely unhealthy but can be improved, I am trying to take more exercise. Now the nights are getting lighter it's a bit easier!

Buzzybee90

bsod wrote: »

Easily - cut daily intake by 800 calories or more.

Forget exercise and fads and moneymaking groups or products, they are just a diversion from the simple truth that you need to eat less to lose weight.

Yes of course, I wouldn't say I eat lots to be honest - infact I know I don't but I do eat bread daily and other carbs I don't need.

Buzzybee90

Gillyx wrote: »

Yes definitely. Iv lost almost a stone in 5 weeks. I go to slimming world class. I don't agree with all there principals I.e sweetener etc, but the basic idea I love. Wholesome home cooked meals. I also limit processed foods and I find the weight comes off fine. It's sticking to it that's my problem once Iv lost the weight

Well done that's great!

bsod

Calories are neither unhealthy or healthy, they are just calories, and burning them takes a surprising amount of exercise (which often makes people eat more). Most of the calories consumed are used to keep the body going, not to provide energy for exercise.

Just eat fewer calories. Don't get bogged down with carbs/proteins/sugar/etc food groups, it just leads to failure.

Buzzybee90

I'm 5'7/8. If that's relevant.