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Weight Loss/Maintenance

NRaleighLiberal

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2. 60 lbs - is it a lot or not - depends upon where you started from, and your intent.

Reply to jeffrey_pdx (Original post)

Fri Oct 11, 2013, 10:40 PM

Oct 2013

I lost 60 lbs in 6 months, but was trying to - 2 lb/week is considered fine if you are eating a balanced diet and working in sufficient activity. 60 lbs in a year - 1 lb/week - is fine. The real question - were you trying to, how over your ideal weight are you...if it is unexplained/unexpected, it is definitely indicative of a doctor visit.

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I don't know if this is where to discuss this [View all] jeffrey_pdx Oct 2013 OP

My first thought is: have you talked to your doctor? CaliforniaPeggy Oct 2013 #1

60 lbs - is it a lot or not - depends upon where you started from, and your intent. NRaleighLiberal Oct 2013 #2

What Peggy said. NYC_SKP Oct 2013 #3

You're most welcome to discuss it here. A lot have struggled to lose and then auntAgonist Oct 2013 #4

I've been feeling better. jeffrey_pdx Oct 2013 #5