Everybody has an opinion about how to lose weight. Is it really healthy to lose 6+ lbs a week meaning you lose 24+ pounds a month? If it were healthy wouldn't doctors back these so called diets. If it was healthy why would they recommend exercise 30 minutes a day and limit food portions? I have always found that losing weight gradually has helped me stay healthy compared to dieting and losing weight fast.
I took an entire summer and ran every day. I would run miles and then limit my portions to about 1000 calories a day. I lost weight yeah, but it was so unhealthy. I lost in 3 months almost 60 pounds. I went from 200 to 140.. I looked so sick, but being skinny was what I thought people wanted. I didn't realize I was damaging my body. Which led to 3 knee surgeries my sophomore, junior, and senior year of high school.
After finishing high school and gaining all 60 pounds back.. I started exercising 30 minutes a day and eating about 1800 calories a day. My eating habits had been 2500 calories a day and eating every in sight. I can honestly say losing 10 pounds felt much better then losing 60 in 3 months. I didn't look sick, I still had fat, but I had pure muscle! I looked amazing.
Now after having 2 kids it's time to get my body back to healthy. I do cardio 4 to 5 times a week ranging from 20 minutes to 45 minutes. I eat a healthy diet full of nutrients, and I occasionally eat "junk" food. I lose roughly 2 pounds a month, but I lose sizes in my legs, waist, and chest. I have found that losing the weight gradually helps my entire body adjust to the changes I'm doing. It can become a lifestyle that is healthy for everyone. Don't starve yourself for what you think others want to see. Make sure your keeping yourself healthy!
