However, 5
pounds a week is possible. I have helped a pastor friend of mine drop 20
pounds in 23 days. It's preferable if you ease into
weight loss and slowly increase your exercise and slowly reduce your caloric intake to allow your
body to adjust. I think if you shoot for 2-3
pounds per week, you are giving yourself a fighting chance to keep the weight off.
Another thing is the time factor. It wasn't until day 47 for me that I realized I have set new habits and did away with some old habits. The main thing is allowing yourself to set new habits and attitudes.
If you don't allow this to happen, then chances are you will gain your weight back.
My $.02
