Tag: 2 pounds per week

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a gradual and steady weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week is most effective for long-term success. Achieving this rate involves creating a consistent calorie deficit, which you can manage by making smart, deliberate food choices.

According to the fundamental principle of energy balance, it takes a deficit of 3,500 calories to lose one pound of body fat. To lose 2 pounds per week, you must consistently create a daily caloric deficit of 1,000 calories through a combination of diet and increased physical activity.