📉 No change on the scale this week? That doesn’t mean you're not making progress. ⚖️ Weight loss isn't linear, so week-to-week changes can look different. With a consistent calorie deficit, losing 1–2 lbs a week is considered safe and sustainable, while experts recommend aiming for 5–10% of your body weight over the first six months. And that plateau a few months in? Normal. It doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. How quickly you lose weight will depend on factors like age, sex, sleep, and starting weight. 🔗 Tap the link in bio to learn what can affect your rate of weight loss and how to set a realistic goal. #weightloss #weightmanagement #healthyhabits #nutritiontips Before you read it, we reviewed it. Article Medically Reviewed By: Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD, CPT Article Review Date: 10/21/2024 Source: Van De Walle, G. (October 21, 2024). How Long Does It Take to Lose Weight? Healthline. healthline.com/nutrition/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-weight