What is a realistic goal?

[knicknack]

Crossposted from my journal, so my apologies if you've already read this!

I currently weigh 138. My goal is 120.

What is a realistic date to reach goal? I would love to get there by april 22, as I am going to montreal then. But 18 pounds in 10.5 weeks seems a bit unrealistic to me for some reason. So, my questions:

1. do you think it's possible?
2. if so, what's my best plan of action
3. if not, what's a realistic goal weight for april 22
4. and finally, what would be a realistic goal date for 120?

120 is my "normal" weight so it's not like I'm reaching for unattainable heights or anything. But, on the other hand, I don't know how fast I can lose 18 pounds!

Thoughts anyone?

[kelly94942]

Re: What is a realistic goal?

I don't think that's completely unrealistic! An average, healthy weight loss is 1-2 pounds a week. So you could lose anywhere from 10.5 - 21 pounds between now and April 22! Good luck!

[Kate113]

Re: What is a realistic goal?

18 pounds in 10 weeks is very realistic to me. The first time I started Atkins, I lost that in 15 days! Good luck to you. If you stick with the plan and don't cheat at all, you'll get those pounds off before April. Good luck!

[knicknack]

Re: What is a realistic goal?

Hmmm, well I guess I'll go for it then! Can't hurt anything to try, as long as I eat my veggies!

[yemenitegreen]

Re: What is a realistic goal?

While losing 18 lbs in 10 weeks is possible, my experience is that the less you have to lose the longer it takes, and your body holds onto those last pounds dearly. 1 pound a week would be a very good loss rate so close to goal, and of course you should try, but you should be prepared for the idea that it may take longer to get there.

yemenitegreen