Computer Related Health Problems
Is this weight loss realistic?
Alright, so here’s the deal.
I’m a 23 year old male in generally good health. I just had a checkup today and I weighed in at 220 pounds. I am 5’9″, and carry my weight pretty well. I’ve never had any weight-related problems, but I feel that I really need to lose some pounds. I’m married and have a 10-month daughter, so I want to be as healthy as possible for my family.
I am a person who likes to deal with facts — hard numbers and concrete goals. I’ve mapped out a tentative plan to be at my ideal weight – 180 lbs – by July 1st (about 20 1/2 weeks from now). This works out to be about 2 pounds per week, which I believe is reasonable. Am I correct?
I plan on running every morning before work — which will become easier to do once it is warmer outside. I have already stopped drinking soda and fast food. I work at an office and am at a computer most of the day — I pack my lunch most of the time, which is usually Lean Cuisine.
Does anyone have any good advice or ideas? Thanks!
That is fairly reasonable. A good goal for sustainable weight loss is 1% of your body weight per week.
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