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Here Is How to Lose 15 Pounds in 45 Days

A gut health expert reveals how to lose fat fast.

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Do you want to drop 15 pounds in time for summer? It could be as simple as ditching a few unhealthy habits. Tanisha Vedhara is a gut health expert and social media influencer with over 78,000 followers on Instagram alone. In a new post, she reveals four things she would do if she wanted to lose 15 pounds in 45 days. “As a Biomedicine Masters, and an active Gut Health enthusiast, I have always been passionate about Gut, longevity, and weight loss,” she says, revealing her top strategies for effective fat loss.


Alcohol Moderation

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Her first recommendation is alcohol moderation. “During this crucial period of fat loss, I advise against alcohol consumption,” she says. “Alcohol can significantly hinder your progress by adding empty calories and affecting your metabolism (it stops protein synthesis aka muscle building process). If your goal is to reduce body fat by June 1st, cutting out alcohol is a wise choice.”

Increase Protein

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Protein is also key, she says. “I recommend increasing your protein intake to 1.2 - 1.3 grams per pound of your target body weight. While this may seem high, it’s a crucial point to promote satiety, boost metabolic rate and support the growth of lean muscle mass,” which is “essential for weight loss,” she says.

Walking

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Consistent walking is another healthy habit to help lose weight. “Commit to daily walks of 45 minutes, whether on a treadmill or outdoors. This simple, low-impact activity is incredibly effective in burning calories and improving overall health without the risk of overtraining,” she says.

RELATED: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight with the 12-3-30 Walking Method

Food Tracking

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Her last recommendation is food tracking. “While these strategies may not seem groundbreaking, they are foundational principles that, when applied consistently, can lead to significant weight loss,” she says.

She Has Also Revealed Why the Scale Isn’t Budging If You Are Exercising

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In another post she discusses why the scale continues to go up even if you are working out daily. “A pound is a pound, whether it’s fat or muscle. But here’s the catch: they wear very different outfits. A pound of fat is like a fluffy pillow, while a pound of muscle is compact and sleek. So, you’re doing everything by the book – lifting, eating right – and yet, the scale creeps up. Sound familiar? It’s a common scenario, one that often leads to frustration. My inbox is full of messages from clients dismayed by the stagnant scale, even as they report their jeans feeling looser,” she says.

She Doesn’t Recommend Using a Scale

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“That’s precisely why the scale isn’t my go-to for tracking progress. From day one, I encourage clients to take body measurements. It’s not just about the weight; it’s about the transformation your body undergoes,” she continues. “Yes, the scale might not budge, or it might even tip higher, but your clothes are fitting better, your energy is soaring, and your strength is increasing. You’re converting fat into muscle, and while both weigh the same, their impact on your body composition is worlds apart. This shift is a solid sign of getting stronger, of tangible progress. That’s the goal, right?”

RELATED: 15 Superfoods That Reduce Abdominal Fat

Measure Yourself Instead

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“Remember, the scale is just one tool, and frankly, it’s not the most telling one. It’s the last metric I check for my clients’ progress. There’s so much more to your health journey than a number on a scale,” she says.

💪🔥Body Booster: One easy way to burn fat fast if you are a drinker? Put down the bottle.

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Do you want to drop 15 pounds in time for summer? It could be as simple as ditching a few unhealthy habits. Tanisha Vedhara is a gut health expert and social media influencer with over 78,000 followers on Instagram alone. In a new post, she reveals four things she would do if she wanted to lose 15 pounds in 45 days. “As a Biomedicine Masters, and an active Gut Health enthusiast, I have always been passionate about Gut, longevity, and weight loss,” she says, revealing her top strategies for effective fat loss.


Alcohol Moderation

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Her first recommendation is alcohol moderation. “During this crucial period of fat loss, I advise against alcohol consumption,” she says. “Alcohol can significantly hinder your progress by adding empty calories and affecting your metabolism (it stops protein synthesis aka muscle building process). If your goal is to reduce body fat by June 1st, cutting out alcohol is a wise choice.”

Increase Protein

Woman in gloves puts raw chicken breasts in a plate on a digital weighing scale to prepare delicious food at home. Homemade cooking concept.Shutterstock

Protein is also key, she says. “I recommend increasing your protein intake to 1.2 - 1.3 grams per pound of your target body weight. While this may seem high, it’s a crucial point to promote satiety, boost metabolic rate and support the growth of lean muscle mass,” which is “essential for weight loss,” she says.

Walking

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Consistent walking is another healthy habit to help lose weight. “Commit to daily walks of 45 minutes, whether on a treadmill or outdoors. This simple, low-impact activity is incredibly effective in burning calories and improving overall health without the risk of overtraining,” she says.

RELATED: 20 Proven Tips to Lose Weight with the 12-3-30 Walking Method

Food Tracking

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Her last recommendation is food tracking. “While these strategies may not seem groundbreaking, they are foundational principles that, when applied consistently, can lead to significant weight loss,” she says.

She Has Also Revealed Why the Scale Isn’t Budging If You Are Exercising

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In another post she discusses why the scale continues to go up even if you are working out daily. “A pound is a pound, whether it’s fat or muscle. But here’s the catch: they wear very different outfits. A pound of fat is like a fluffy pillow, while a pound of muscle is compact and sleek. So, you’re doing everything by the book – lifting, eating right – and yet, the scale creeps up. Sound familiar? It’s a common scenario, one that often leads to frustration. My inbox is full of messages from clients dismayed by the stagnant scale, even as they report their jeans feeling looser,” she says.

She Doesn’t Recommend Using a Scale

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“That’s precisely why the scale isn’t my go-to for tracking progress. From day one, I encourage clients to take body measurements. It’s not just about the weight; it’s about the transformation your body undergoes,” she continues. “Yes, the scale might not budge, or it might even tip higher, but your clothes are fitting better, your energy is soaring, and your strength is increasing. You’re converting fat into muscle, and while both weigh the same, their impact on your body composition is worlds apart. This shift is a solid sign of getting stronger, of tangible progress. That’s the goal, right?”

RELATED: 15 Superfoods That Reduce Abdominal Fat

Measure Yourself Instead

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“Remember, the scale is just one tool, and frankly, it’s not the most telling one. It’s the last metric I check for my clients’ progress. There’s so much more to your health journey than a number on a scale,” she says.

💪🔥Body Booster: One easy way to burn fat fast if you are a drinker? Put down the bottle.

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Looking to lose weight fast? Soraya (@project.s.lifestyle) is a weight loss coach and TikTok influencer with a massive following on social media. In her many viral videos she shares tips on how to lose weight and get into the best shape of your life. In one of them, she revealed a few ways to lose weight fast – in both sustainable and unsustainable ways. “If you want to lose weight fast for a special occasion, here's exactly what you need to do,” she says in the clip. We also asked The Diet Diva, Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian, to weigh in on her approach.


Intermittent Fast and Cut Out Fast Food

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The first thing you need to do? “Cut out all fast food and limit your eating window from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and only have two meals within that time frame,” she says.

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Run a Mile a Day and Do 10 Minutes of Ab Work Daily

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Next up, exercise. According to Soraya you need to “run a mile a day and do 10 minutes of abs right before bed.”

Weigh Yourself Daily

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Finally, “number three, weigh yourself every single day in the morning to keep track of your daily progress,” Soraya says.

If You Do That, You Will Lose Weight, But Likely Gain It Back

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“Now, if you do this, you will lose weight fast, but you know what else? At some point you're going to get overwhelmed, exhausted, have overwhelming cravings, go right back to old habits and regain the weight, if not even more weight,” she continues. “On top of that, it'll worsen your relationship with food and create a really toxic relationship with the scale. So forget all that,” she says.

Calorie Deficit with Foods You Enjoy

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“If you want to lose weight and actually keep it off for good, here's what you need to do,” she continues, offering a few healthier weight loss methods. “Number one, eat in a healthy deficit and include foods that you actually enjoy,” she says.

Work Out Three to Four Times a Week

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“Number two, get three to four workouts in per week,” Soraya says, adding that you need to strength train.

Walk 30 Minutes a Day

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“Number three, walk 30 minutes every day,” she concludes.

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RDN Says: Thumbs Up

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Collingwood says that Soraya’s advice “is very practical and not extreme,” and overall, gives it a thumbs up. “Incorporating walking, exercise, strength training, etc. along with reducing calories makes perfect sense,” she says. However, “there is no need to do abs right before bed…any time of the day will work.” She also likes that she is encouraging eating foods you enjoy. “She isn’t really giving major guidelines around portions or frequency, so some people might have a hard time with knowing exactly how much they can eat and still lose weight. She is encouraging only a 6 hour eating window which is pretty strict. I tend to recommend at least an 8 hour window and more like a 10-12 hour window of fasting each day.”

💪🔥Body Booster: The less restrictive a weight loss diet you commit to, the more likely you are to stick to it.

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Losing 15 pounds in two months is challenging but certainly not impossible once you set your mind to it. By adopting certain habits and sticking to them, you can reach your weight loss goals within eight weeks—and hopefully, maintain them. “For a successful — and lasting — weight management plan, you also need to increase your physical activity,” according to the Mayo Clinic. “Combining regular activity and healthy eating will help you get to and maintain a healthy weight.” Read on to find out more.


Log Your Food

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Keeping a food diary has been shown to help with weight loss efforts. “A food diary can be a useful tool in this process,” Katherine D. McManus, MS, RD, LDN, tells Harvard Health. “It can help you understand your eating habits and patterns and help you identify the foods — good and not-so-good — you eat on a regular basis. Research shows that for people interested in losing weight, keeping a journal can be a very effective tool to help change behavior.”

Calorie Deficit

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Track your calories and make sure you have a deficit to lose weight. “Your weight is a balancing act, but the equation is simple,” says the Mayo Clinic. “If you eat more calories than you burn, you gain weight. And if you eat fewer calories and burn more calories through physical activity, you lose weight.”

RELATED: 15 Proven Ways to Sculpt Your Dream Body by An Expert Coach

Walk Every Day

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Taking a brisk walk of at least 30 minutes a day can help torch fat. “A lot of people have a hard time getting motivated to start exercising,” exercise physiologist Katie Lawton, MEd, tells the Cleveland Clinic. “But walking is simple, right? We do it every day.”

Be Mindful of Alcohol

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Aside from being full of empty calories, alcohol can derail weight loss plans by encouraging overeating. “Across the board, for people who are trying to lose some weight, cutting out empty calories is a good place to start,” Leslie Heinberg, PhD, tells the Cleveland Clinic. “Oftentimes, beverages are a big source of empty calories — whether it’s soda, juice, sweet tea, beer, wine or cocktails. Any of those things add calories, but really without nutrition and without the sense of feeling full.”

RELATED: What to Eat in Restaurant for Fat Loss

Try Intermittent Fasting

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Intermittent fasting can be a powerful weight loss tool. “Intermittent fasting contrasts with the normal eating pattern for most Americans, who eat throughout their waking hours,” says Johns Hopkins neuroscientist Mark Mattson, PhD. “If someone is eating three meals a day, plus snacks, and they’re not exercising, then every time they eat, they’re running on those calories and not burning their fat stores.”

Manage Your Stress

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Stress causes cortisol to spike, which is shown to encourage weight gain through factors such as overeating and poor sleep. “The hormone raises your blood pressure and insulin production, while simultaneously suppressing your immune system. As your insulin levels go up, your blood sugar drops, making you crave fatty, sugary foods,” says the Cleveland Clinic.

RELATED: 7 Ways to Reduce Inflammation in Your Body

Get Plenty of Sleep

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Sleep is crucial for weight loss—aim for at least 7 hours a night. One study shows getting more sleep reduces intake. “Even within just two weeks, we have quantified evidence showing a decrease in caloric intake and a negative energy balance — caloric intake is less than calories burned,” says Esra Tasali, MD, Director of the UChicago Sleep Center at the University of Chicago Medicine. “If healthy sleep habits are maintained over longer duration, this would lead to clinically important weight loss over time. Many people are working hard to find ways to decrease their caloric intake to lose weight — well, just by sleeping more, you may be able to reduce it substantially.”

💪🔥Body Booster: Consistency is key—build good habits and stick to them.

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Do you want to lose 30 pounds in two weeks? While it might seem impossible, one YouTuber claims it isn’t. Steve Cha of Rockstar Eater, a YouTube channel focusing on his love of food, shared a recent video about how rapidly he lost weight to the tune of a pound every two days. He claims it all boils down to following three simple steps.


He Gained 10 to 12 Pounds After Starting His YouTube Channel

Steve from Rockstar Eater explains that he gained “about 10 to 12 pounds” after starting his YouTube channel from “eating a lot of food” and that “it did take some toll” on his body. He topped the scales at 170, admitting that his blood pressure and cholesterol both went up.

He Gave Himself 30 Days to Lose 15 Pounds

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“So I decided that I'm going to take some steps in order to try to take care of my health for the next few weeks. So in this video, I'm gonna be documenting my journey on losing basically 10 to 15 pounds,” he says, giving himself a time frame of 30 days.

His Plan Starts with Exercise

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Steve’s plan was to start with exercise. “What I'm gonna do is basically every day do a lot of walking, cardio, jogging in order to sweat, burn some calories,” he says.

It Also Involves Changing His Diet

“And I'm also gonna, of course, alter my diet. That's the most important thing because it's no use for me to go out and do all of this exercising but then come home and snack on all this junk food,” he says. “Of course, I'm not gonna go the drastic route of starving myself, you know, like what some people do. That's actually not healthy at all.”

Protein with Salads or Veggies

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What will he be eating for the next few weeks while he’s trying to lose weight? “Definitely low-fat foods,” he says. He might make a big salad and some salmon but only have a third of it, then “probably the other third for dinner. And then for dinner, I can change it up by eating, for example, fish, some cucumber and some baby broccoli, which is really good. I highly recommend this.” He will also eat an apple.

No Fried Food

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“So something like this is what I would be eating every day with just some variations, but definitely staying away from all the fried stuff, all the beef, you know, high cholesterol stuff, definitely no ice cream,” he adds.

10,000 Steps Per Day

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Steve’s goal is to try to hit about 10,000 steps a day. “On a busy day, I'd probably be walking for about one hour, kind of like a walk-jog. But then, if I have one of those days where it's not that busy, who knows, I might even go for half a day, like three to four hours of walking. But remember, drink plenty of water when you're out here, especially during the summertime,” he says.

Week One He Lost 3 Pounds

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“So it's been about a week now, and it looks like I've been able to lose about three pounds in the course of six to seven days. So far off to a good start,” Steve says. “I mean, I'm already feeling it. My body feels a little lighter, and I can get into my pants without feeling so very tight.”

Week Two He Lost Two-and-Half-Pounds

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This week I was able to drop about two to two and a half pounds, and I do feel better. Everything feels good all around,” Steve says. If “you're losing weight over time, it gets more difficult and difficult to drop the same amount of weight every single week.”

He Did Cheat

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Steve admits that he “did have some cheat days here and there, but for the most part, still sticking to vegetables, fruits, and cereal, oats, you know, all that healthy stuff, and I don't overeat. That's the key. And you gotta also do a lot of exercise.”

30 Day Mark: 15 Pounds

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“Moment of truth after 30 days of hard work. Let's see what the final result is.

As many of you guys probably know, that was not an easy task to all of a sudden go onto such a strict diet exercising plan. So yes, it looks like I lost about 14 to 15 pounds in the span of 30 days, which is not easy to do, but it is doable though.”

Step 1: Diet

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He then details each step he followed. “Number one, I changed my diet plan,” he reiterates, “eating stuff with less sugar, less sodium, less carbs in it, sticking mainly to fruits and vegetables and oats and wheat. I mean, once in a while, I had my cheat day here and there to eat something heavier, but that's pretty much what I've been sticking to.”

Step 2: Hydrating

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The second step? Hydration. “ I've been drinking a lot of water, like a lot of water,” he continues. “No more of the sodas and the fruit juices, mostly water during a lot of these days.”

Step 3: Exercising

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His final step? Exercise, including “a lot of cardio, jogging, some stretches here and there,” he says.

It’s Not Easy, But Gets Easier

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Steve encourages others to stick to a diet. “It's not easy, I'll tell you that, especially in the first few days. It's gonna be very difficult, but then you kind of get used to it over time,” he says.

His Blood Pressure Decreased

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“But overall, I'm definitely feeling it. It's flatter all around my stomach area and my chest and I feel better health-wise. And I was even able to go to the local grocery store to measure my blood pressure. It actually went down by 15, I think I was at 1 35 before in terms of blood pressure. And then I think it went down to about like one 20 or one 17, which is really good.”

So Did His Body Fat

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His “body fat level has gone down a little bit as well, and I'm assuming that's also cholesterol,” he notes. “So overall, I'm feeling very healthy. So if you guys want to lose some weight and you want to lose it fast, maybe within 30 days, just letting you know that it is possible.”

The NIH Recommends Losing 1 to 2 Pounds Per Week

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Is Steve’s weight loss realistic? According to the National Institutes of Health, no. “Weight loss should be about 1 to 2 pounds per week for a period of 6 months,” they say. That would be a maximum loss of 8 pounds in 30 days.

RELATED: 15 Lazy-Girl Ways to Exercise at Home

Body Network’s Expert Weighs In

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Body Network’s Resident RDN, Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies, agrees that starving yourself thin is not a good idea. She notes that rapid weight loss usually leads to weight regain. “Starving and fasting can produce fast weight loss, but it also stresses the body and causes the metabolism to shut down, which in turn can cause rebound weight gain,” she says.

However, sustainable weight loss is possible with the right mindset and approach. "Anything hard takes some discipline, and losing weight is one of the hardest lifestyle habits to modify," says Collingwood. "I coach my clients to think about their motivations for eating to make the changes in their lifestyle that will require them to lose the weight they say they want to lose. With discomfort comes growth and results." she says. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

💪🔥Body Booster: It's important to have a solid motivation for making tough choices. "When you have a strong reason for making the hard choices, it becomes easier to keep yourself on track," says Collingwood.

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Hanji (@coachedbyhajni) is an online diet and fitness coach who has built up a serious following on TikTok. Most of her videos offer helpful tips and tricks about how to lose weight via diet and nutrition. In one viral video, she reveals "how to lose weight really fast. I mean, dropping five to ten kilos (11-22 pounds) in about a week fast," she exclaims. But later, she points out unwanted side effects that such crash diets can cause, adding tips for a healthy and sustainable weight loss journey. We also asked Body Network's Resident RDN, Tara Collingwood, to assess Hanji's suggestions.


Cut All Carbs

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“So firstly, here's what you're going to do. You want to cut out all carbs, no pasta, no bread, no potato, no sugar, no nothing. You want to make sure that all of your meals are veggies and protein,” says Hanji.

Exercise for 90 Minutes a Day

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“Secondly, what you want to do is work out twice a day for 45 minutes at least, and make sure that it's all cardio based to burn as many calories as possible,” Hanji continues.

Practice Intermittent Fasting

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The third thing that she suggests is fasting. “Make sure that you're only eating in a small window every single day, or you can do alternate day fasting and you can stay hydrated in the meantime and drink all the caffeine to keep your energy levels high. But make sure that you're doing this,” Hanji maintains.

But There Is a Big Catch

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“If you do this, I promise that you will lose five to 10 kilos in a week,” she promises. But there is a huge catch. “But you're also going to fry your metabolism, your energy levels are going to be low, you're going to be hungry, and it's just going to ruin your hormones. You're not going to feel great. And another thing that's going to happen is that you're going to regain all the weight that you've lost plus more. So I wouldn't recommend this,” she says. The Diet Diva, Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian, agrees. “This method is not sustainable for most people and can lead to long term health problems and reduction in metabolism,” she tells The Body Network.

The Right Way to Lose Weight: Start with a Slight Calorie Deficit

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“If you're serious about your progress and your health, you want to get actual lasting results, this is the way to do it. Not what I said before,” she continues. “You want to be eating in a slight calorie deficit, maybe like two to 300 calories per day, less than your usual.”

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And, Walk

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She also suggests walking daily. “You want to be walking 7,000 to 10,000 steps every single day.

Do Resistance Training

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“You want to be resistance training because that is going to help maintain lean muscle so you don't end up looking like a deflated balloon by the end of your diet,” she continues.

Make Sure to Hydrate

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She also emphasizes the importance of drinking water. “And you want to stay hydrated,” she adds.

Minimize Stress

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Your mental health is also a factor if you want to lose weight. “Make sure that your stress levels are low,” Hanji says.

Get Lasting Results in a Healthy Way

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“That is how you're going to get lasting results in a healthy and sustainable way. And I know that this is the boring way, but you're actually going to get results that last a lot quicker than if you started and stopped all the time and regained all the weight every time you stopped,” she points out. Collingwood completely agrees. “The more sustainable second approach may not work as quickly but overall will be better for health and long term keeping the weight off. It’s sustainable and reasonable,” she says. “Staying committed to doing it on a regular basis is the key! Slight calorie deficit is good because it can produce weight loss but you won’t be starving and cranky. Getting more steps gets your metabolism going and burns a few more calories. Building muscle helps with metabolism and also helps with balance and just simply activities of life.”

💪🔥Body Booster: Don’t be tempted by rapid weight loss hacks. If you are committed to losing weight and keeping it off, focus on maintaining a calorie deficit and exercising daily. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Struggling to find time for exercise between work and family commitments? You're not alone. As someone who's helped thousands transform their bodies from home, I've seen this challenge repeatedly. That's where Rick Bhullar's expertise comes in. With over 650K YouTube subscribers following his low-impact walking workouts, Rick has revolutionized how people approach fitness at home. His signature walking with weights method helps you burn fat while keeping your joints completely safe. Here's his proven 10-minute workout that combines walking with strength training for maximum results.

Getting Started With the Right Weight

"For today's workout, I'm using a couple of 2kg dumbbells, but you can use whatever you want," Rick shares in his post, making the workout accessible for all fitness levels. He emphasizes proper form from the start: "What I like to have on my dumbbells, I take my thumbs over the top here... Let's get these arms active, let's get that calorie burn going."

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Making Every Step Count

Maximizing calorie burn requires proper movement tracking. "If you do want your step tracker to track your steps, it's important to keep movement in these arms," Rick explains. "Step trackers track movement and if we're here [with static arms], they ain't going to track anything."

Core Activation for Better Results

The workout integrates core engagement throughout each movement. "Think about squeezing down and squeezing your abs. It's not a snap movement, it's a squeeze," Rick instructs. This deliberate engagement helps activate more muscle groups during the walking movements.

Time-Efficient Fat Burning

"We're doing each movement for 30 seconds," Rick notes, explaining why this workout is so effective in just 10 minutes. "This is a perfect workout to add in between your other workouts," he adds, making it ideal for busy schedules.

Maximizing Muscle Engagement

Small adjustments make a significant difference in fat burning. "These little nuances when you're working out will make a huge difference," Rick emphasizes. He demonstrates how extending arms further from the body during movements increases core activation and calorie burn.

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Building Endurance and Strength

The workout naturally progresses to challenge your muscles. "You might feel your grip start to get a little bit weaker as this workout goes on... That's normal," Rick explains, adding that "The best way to build them up is to work through that grip strength."

Dynamic Movement Combinations

"Using these dumbbells in these dynamic movements improves our balance, stability, strength... and to get the heart rate up," Rick explains. This combination of cardio and strength training maximizes the fat-burning potential of each movement.

Proper Form for Maximum Results

Throughout the session, Rick emphasizes maintaining correct posture: "Keep your back nice and straight, head in alignment." This attention to form ensures you're targeting the right muscle groups while protecting your joints.

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The Complete Weight Loss Package

Rick stresses the importance of a holistic approach: "If you do want to tone up, you're going to lose a bit of weight. Make sure your nutrition is aligned with these workouts." This combination of proper nutrition and consistent exercise is key to achieving lasting results. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Do you want to lose weight and experience a significant glow-up by Spring Break? It’s doable, according to an expert. Emily Ogan is an Advanced Macro and Hormone Specialist who helps “busy women find balance + results,” she writes in her Instagram bio. In a recent post, she reveals how to transform yourself in just two months by incorporating a few healthy habits. “For the next 8 weeks, become addicted to these habits, and you’ll be unrecognizable by spring break,” she writes. “Commit to 6 weeks of implementing these changes, and you won’t believe the results you’ll be seeing and feeling by mid-March.”

Wake Up Earlier

Her first recommendation is to wake up earlier. “Set your day off on the right foot by giving yourself time to create a non-stressful morning,” she suggests. “Whether you wake up early to workout or not- this was probably the biggest shift that made the biggest difference for me.”

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Hydrate

Next, prioritize hydration. “Hydrate with electrolytes,” she recommends. “It all starts with a hydrated system. Electrolytes help your system function optimally, balance hormones, and curb sugar cravings.”

Walk More

Next, make sure to add steps to your day. “Walking is the most accessible and effective form of exercise. Aim for 8-10k steps a day- ideally getting your dose of vitamin D while you’re at it- and you’ll take fat burning to the next level,” she writes.

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Track Your Macros

Macro tracking is also important. “Learn what your food is made up of, and the right balance of macros that your unique body needs to be able to thrive and get results,” she says.

Amp Up Your Protein Intake

Another crucial nutritional change you should make is increasing protein. “Aim for 100g a day, around 30-40g/meal, and you’re golden,” she says.

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Lift Weights

Lifting weights is essential in terms of exercise. “Strength training with a plan is the ultimate way to burn fat. Keep it simple: 3 times a week, focus on foundational compound movements like squats, rows, deadlifts, and presses. With just 30 min sessions you’ll feel stronger, leaner, and more confident,” she writes.

Do HIIT Workouts

She also recommends doing HIIT (high-intensity interval training) workouts. “Strategic 20-30 min sessions of short, quick, intense bursts help tap into fat stores for energy and keep your metabolism revved all day long,” she explains. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.

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Do you want 2025 to be the year you achieve all your weight loss goals? If the answer is yes, one expert claims that you may need to modify your behavior. Cassie B of Cassie B Fitness is a coach and influencer who shares her health and fitness journey with thousands of social media followers. In a new post, she reveals some changes she had to make to lose weight. “Realistic things I gave up in order to lose 75 pounds in less than a year,” she writes. “Here’s what I gave up to lose over 75lbs,” she writes in the post. “I went from 225/230 to 150 in less than a year! I gave up these things and finally saw HUGE results.”

She Stopped Viewing Foods as “Good” or “Bad”

The first thing she did? “I gave up viewing food as ‘good’ or ‘bad’. No single food makes you gain weight just like no single food makes you lose weight. Instead, I ate and enjoyed ALL food while staying in a deficit,” she writes.

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She Stopped Viewing Exercise as Punishment

She also changed her mental approach to exercise. “I gave up thinking of exercise as a punishment. Exercise is a way to celebrate what your body can do and make it stronger for what you want it to be able to do, not a punishment for what it’s currently capable of. I also realized exercise can occur ANYWHERE! Not just in a gym,” she says.

She Stopped Looking for Quick Fixes

She then stopped searching for the easy way out. “I gave up looking for quick fixes. I tried every single fad diet and ‘quick fix’ out there. They don’t work and they aren’t sustainable. Instead, I focused on sustainable, realistic changes,” she wrote.

She Stopped Trying to “Speed It Up”

“ I gave up trying to speed it up,” she continued. “Weight loss is slow, but the time will pass anyway, and quitting won’t speed it up!!!”

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She Stopped Striving for Perfection

The last thing she did? “I gave up trying to be perfect. This isn’t all or nothing! Life happens! Aim for consistency, not perfection. Keep going when you have a day (or week) where you overeat. Enjoy the calories, and KEEP GOING!!” she wrote. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.