Question

I am 5'4" and 180 lbs. I am going to be down to 155 by my 32nd birthday, July 22nd. Do you think this is attainable and safe?  

Answer 1

I would aim for 5 lb at a time and not hold yourself to a deadline

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@lewert Probably a good call.  

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@lewert . great advice! Because there shouldn’t be a deadline.  

Answer 2

That would be about 2 pounds a week. Definitely possible but don’t beat yourself up if you don’t get all the way there! It just depends on how strict you are and your body chemistry. Healthy weight loss is about 1-2 pounds a week so it’s definitely possible. I’ve lost about 10 pounds in 3 weeks

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Plus, daily walks or exercise will help

Answer 3

Possibly. It's about 2 pounds per week.  

Answer 4

No matter where you are by then, it will be great!  

Answer 5

That's a little over 2 months. WW is set up for an average loss of 1/2 to 2 pounds a week. So, that's a high goal. You won't lose more (and may even lose less) if you eat below the Healthy Eating Range over a period of time (it's okay occaisonally). BUT. if you try and end up a little over 155, won't that still be good? Add some activity and you may lose inches as ypu tone your body and look like you've lost more than that. Best wishes!  

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@rubyeruch87 per month or per week? And thank you :)

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@language19016 per week. Oops! I'll fix it

Answer 6

If you are very strict about it then you will be close. -2lbs is a great week for me but it’s usually -1 to -1. 5

Answer 7

Keep your expectations reasonable and realistic. WW is a slow process but a great healthy lifestyle you can maintain for life.  

Answer 8

Average is 1-2 lbs per week if followed strictly.  

Answer 9

I would say by December  Be kind to yourself and let all the habits stick. Any weight off by your birthday is a win and you will feel great!  

Answer 10

I think it’s doable but you’ll have to be super strict

Answer 11

Of course it is possible you could do it . But remember you would have to 100% committed no slip ups. That is a tough one. What you need to do is just focus on doing your best. You have done really well so far. I find if you set yourself a target and don't achieve it you think of yourself as a failure . Which you are not. Being on a diet is hard enough let alone all the emotional things that go with it. I have given up beating myself up about not getting to my target by certain dates Im just happy that I've come this far .  

Answer 12

You'll have to be strict and even then I'm just not sure it's doable. I'm 5'4 and started January 1st at 181. It's may now and I'm 156. 8 as of Monday. So 4 months for me. And I want to get to 140. It comes off slower the closer you get to the 150's. I have rarely cheated either one or two days in those months And I workout 6 days a week.  

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@injunction, I was in the 150's for months.  

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@snow4 yeah it took me 3 weeks to get to 159 and 3 weeks later I'm at 156 I want to see 155 so bad Because that was my pre pregnancy weight and of course goal at 140 haha

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@injunction, be patient. I was ready to give up. I've been in the 140-144 range for about 2 months.  

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@snow4 thank you I will. I've definitely had my moments. I wanted to be 140 by July but I'm thinking September is probably more reasonable

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@injunction, you got this  

Answer 13

I started last May. I am 5'4" and weighed 186. I now weigh 140. Took me an entire year. Good luck.  

Answer 14

If you want it, you’ll do it!  

Answer 15

Everyone’s so different. I can drop 25 lbs in 6 weeks. no exercise. But I do also think 150 is hard to break. My body loves it there too. I always have to kick it up a couple notches to get below.  

Answer 16

I'm 5'4 and went down to 140 -- I can maintain it with my lifestyle and I am happy. Probably not the lowest I have been but for my age it works

Answer 17

It’s attainable if you bust your butt. Average weight loss on WW is 2. 2 lbs per week. Keep sticky notes with your goal all over the fridge and everywhere all over your home. Good luck!  

Answer 18

Absolutely you can do it. Don’t let anything stand in your way.  

Answer 19

You got this.  

Answer 20

That’s pretty aggressive. In 2011, it took me seven months to go from 186 to 148. I am now almost 53, started WW again at 185lbs and I’m now down 20lbs. But, you’re 20 years younger than me. that may be an advantage but you definitely have to be very disciplined! All the best!  

Answer 21

You can do this.  

Answer 22

Yes, you’ve got this!  

Answer 23

In your 30s? Yes. Good luck!  

Answer 24

Yep. ‘Tis.  

Answer 25

I've done it just be strict

Answer 26

It’s not necessary about making it quickly. It’s more about learning how to keep it off.  

Answer 27

Yes! My first goal on Jan 11 when I started, was to lose 40 by my May 11 birthday, I hit my target Tuesday with 6 days to spare  onto the next goal!  

Answer 28

You can do it.  

Answer 29

Yes Do it

Answer 30

Yes. Where there is a will, there is a way. Best of luck. I walked the week and I lost 2kg

Answer 31

If you see it in your mind  

Answer 32

Absolutely but don't beat yourself up if you don't make. Seriously! Be happy and proud of yourself for working hard and striving to crush that goal!  

Answer 33

Yes! Good luck

Answer 34

I would set your goal weight but not set the time. It is possible but keep in mind that the closer you get to goal weight the slower it comes off. Losing anything will be a great birthday gift. Focus on losing the weight and how you will keep it off when you make it get there!  

Answer 35

At 31? I think you probably can if you follow the plan. Any chance some of that weight is from having babies in the past year or two? If so, I say your chances are better.  

Answer 36

I think it's reasonable if you are willing to track each bite, eat more natural and less processed foods and burn some calories each day! There's a balance between stressing yourself out over a goal number and not being accountable because you're being kind to yourself. Find that balance and then you'll lose weight at the right speed and feel good about it! Also, pay attention to the wins that aren't scale related like how your clothes fit, increased energy, better digestion, being less sluggish, etc.  

Answer 37

If not. You’ll be pretty close. Go for it.  

Answer 38

If you truly want it bad enough yes you can do this

Answer 39

Yes i think u can. Use all your dailies. use your weeklies id u nEed to. cut. back on sugar intake it mKes a huge difference! exercise a few times a week if u choose. if not u will still lose. But itll do good to help and speed up process good luck!  

Answer 40

That is really not an easy question to answer. I did my average, from when I started to my goal and it was 5 lbs a month. Everyone is different and it also depends on how committed you are to the program. Good luck, but please DO NOT get discouraged if you don't get to your personal goal. The goal should be to be healthy and when you hit 155 kudo's at that time and remember it's a lifestyle change, you don't stop working the program when you hit your goal. That's when the work starts!  

Answer 41

Your goal at max should be . 5 -2 pounds per week. Sometimes you hit a little more, sometimes less. WW is a slow weight lifestyle change. It is not a fad diet.  

Answer 42

Don’t discount your non scale victories. Although the number on the scale is a slow but necessary process, our non scale victories are just as rewarding! Losing inches is a huge accomplishment in this journey. I wanted to lose 45 lbs by my 45th birthday which was in April. I started in January. I’m down 32 lbs but the amount of inches I’ve lost is awesome! The quicker you lose, the easier the chance of gaining it back, believe me, I’ve been there. Just focus on healthy habits and you. It will come off and you’ll be prepared to keep it off. Best of luck!  

Answer 43

I think that would be wonderful but you also need to listen to your body and go at a safe pace God bless you on your journey and please be safe

Answer 44

You can do it! Stay focused:)

Answer 45

Work the plan! You can do this.  

Answer 46

Yes I think so . The plan work

Answer 47

I started March 7th. I am 54. I am down 28. 3lbs as of today. Tomorrow my official weigh-in I would say yes.   

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@snip0 which color program are you using?  

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@collaborative blue

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@snip0 thank you and congratulations

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@snip0, if you dont mind my asking, what was your starting weight. That's a lot of weight in 2 months. More than the average. Kudos. You are killing it.  

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@collaborative Thanksty.  

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And you are welcome

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@thacker I was 240lbs on March 7th. I am 5’8”. I’ve lost a ton of weight on my own. 4 years ago I was almost almost 300 lbs. Hence that hideous pic of me at almost 300lbs. I gained some back and decided to put the brakes on it. I joined ww to guide me because doing it on my own took forever. This is working for me so well.  

Answer 48

U can do it.  

Answer 49

It’s attainable, but is it sustainable? You’ll get there eventually and feel and look better each day along the way!  

Answer 50

Yes ! You are doing it the right way! The Safest way !  

Answer 51

Yes you can do this

Answer 52

A long term goal is essential. Short term goals are essential. Don’t set yourself up for failure if you only lose small amounts on a weekly basis. I lost ounces each week. It took me a year to lose twenty pounds. Each of us is different. That being said, yes I think your weight loss goal is attainable. Good luck

Answer 53

If you stick to it and exercise. you will do great. try to focus on little goals

Answer 54

It took me 4 months to lose 30 lb.  

Answer 55

That’s also my husband’s birthday. Yes you can do it. Be aware of what Is passing your lips

Answer 56

It can be done. But note average is . 5 to 2 lbs a week. But you got this!  

Answer 57

I’ve lost 24. 9 since January

Answer 58

Don’t set an end date so you won’t be disappointed. Just remember that this is the way you will have to eat forever. The good thing is that it isn’t complicated or difficult. it’s a change in your lifestyle that won’t stop on your birthday. I have averaged 3 pounds per month. but I’m at goal and have learned this will be my new normal! It’s great!  

Answer 59

Well I’m 5’4” and it took me 7 months to go from 180 to 155.  but that’s just my body and my effort! Good luck!  

Answer 60

I have been told that a 2 pound loss a week is sustainable.  

Answer 61

Wow thats a lot is such a short time

Answer 62

With 1 hour of walking per day and dropping my daily points by 5, no weeklies and no fit points I'm able to lose 1# per week.  

Answer 63

Hope you get there but keep in mind that plateaus happen for weeks. please do not get discouraged, it’s a process, normally it equals to about 1 pound a week. We all put the weight on slowly. woke up one day and didn’t like or recognize the person in the mirror. so keep that in mind. Best of luck to you on your journey. don’t stress if it takes a little longer. Happy “early” Birthday.  

Answer 64

Yes. Good luck

Answer 65

Try not to set yourself up to fail. Follow the program and it will work

Answer 66

I lost 60 pounds over two years on weight watchers

Answer 67

You could probably do it if you exercised a lot. I wouldn’t try to do it with just diet because your calories will go too low- but I’m not sure if it’s a good idea. You would probably be better off if you consulted with your doctor or a nutritionist but if I had to guess that seems like an aggressive plan. I would try for 15 pounds or 5 per month which even at that will be a challenge.  

Answer 68

It’s a lot in a short time

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@ripley55429 Rosenthal everyone is different. ❤️

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@snip0 very true

Answer 69

I weighed 180 (September 2018) when I started WW. I joined knowing this is not a road race nor a diet but a road to healthy eating for the rest of my life. I made 140 pound in July 2019 and never thought I was missing out. It's all in how you look at your goal.  

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@shilashilha feel the same. I eat and eat and the weight is falling off. I’m not racing to lose myself it’s just that ww works.  

Answer 70

1-2 lbs a week is good, if you lose to fast it comes back fast lol

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@bridgman7 no proof of that. You lose at the pace your body allows you. Just follow the plan and your body will respond accordingly.  

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I'm proof lol and I spoke to many nutritionist and WW support. Yes everyone loses differently, but statistics say slow and steady wins  

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Just saying you don't want to lose to fast

Answer 71

If you're under 50 it's much easier to lose it that quickly. I've been stuck at a 15 lb loss for several weeks. Started in Feb. I'm 65 but not too worried. I'm in this for the long haul!  

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@rheum 54 here.  

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@rheum me too! I keep fluctuating between 13-15 pounds. menopause doesn't help either. Lol!  

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@rheum , 52 going on 53. Same here hormones and no thyroid makes it a challenge, but I will not quit!  

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@thacker Do you take thyroid medication?  

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@rheum Good attitude  

Answer 72

Slow and steady is best. If you lose to fast you will more than likely gain it back faster.  

Answer 73

You can do it!  

Answer 74

Definitely exercise helps

Answer 75

Slow and steady for best results. Figure 1. 5 lbs per week.  

Answer 76

Um yeah of course! And guess what if not just keep on moving my friend.  

Answer 77

I wouldn’t put pressure on, do it as a health and life change.  

Answer 78

The faster it comes off, the faster it goes back on.  

Answer 79

Its the journey, not the destination

Answer 80

To fast.