Losing 5 kg may seem simple for some, complicated for others. But how long does it really take? Here is the answer to the widespread question which, unfortunately, is not heartening.
The countdown to the arrival of summer has started, bringing with it not only the joy of the upcoming holidays, but also the fear for the longed-for costume test.
There are those who left in good time having worked hard for months to regain physical shape, between diet and training, but there are those who, on the other hand, reduced themselves to the last minute, finding themselves a month before the start of summer with still wearing the accumulated kg. If you are in this situation and are thinking of resorting to one last minute diet you should reverse course. It’s certainly not by not eating or following a hunger diet that you’ll get the desired results: these habits make you lose weight immediately, but they make you feel undernourished and tired. After a few weeks a sense of revenge will make its way in you, leading you to devour even the table and gaining all the kg back with interest.
But how long does it take to lose weight properly? Here is the whole truth and the best strategies to do it better.
How long does it take to lose 5 kg?
If you have set yourself the goal of losing 5 kg before starting this journey, you must be aware of one factor: it takes some time.
If you’re wondering how long, it all depends on your current weight. Bearing in mind that to get rid of one kilogram you need to burn around 700 kcal, on average you should lose 4% of your weight in about 30 days. So if you weigh for example 125 kg, losing 5 kg in a month is possible. For those who weigh less, however, a longer timeframe should be considered to ensure healthy and lasting weight loss.
Strategies and useful tips to lose weight
If you are looking to get in shape for the summer, it is important that you remember that sometimes DIY is not the right choice. By entrusting a nutritionist or a dietitian you can be guided and lose weight in a healthy and targeted way with a tailor-made plan.
But in case you are doing it yourself, always remember to calculate your daily requirement and reach a daily calorie deficit. At the table favor foods such as fruits and vegetables, lean proteins and whole grain carbohydrates: always cooked recipes served in dishes with a strong visual impact (the eye wants its part).
Always play sports even trying your hand at daily walks, hydrate with 2 liters of water a day and keep a food diary to track what you’ve eaten. Don’t forget to be patient, remembering that it is a path: only in this way will you be able to follow the path of weight loss in the best possible way and consistently.