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Weight Loss Progress Chart — How Long to Goal?

Shows how long it will realistically take to reach your target weight.

How fast can you lose weight safely?

WHO and most dietitians recommend a rate of 0.5–1 kg per week. This requires a calorie deficit of 500–1000 kcal/day. Faster weight loss increases the risk of muscle loss and yo-yo effect.

DeficitRateAssessment
250 kcal/day~0.25 kg/weekVery safe
500 kcal/day~0.5 kg/weekOptimal
750 kcal/day~0.75 kg/weekAcceptable
1000 kcal/day~1 kg/weekMuscle loss risk

Weight loss plateau

After a few weeks of cutting, the body adapts and metabolism slows. Recalculate your TDEE in the BMI calculator and adjust your deficit accordingly.

FAQ

How long to lose 10 kg? At a 500 kcal/day deficit about 20 weeks (5 months). The calculator will show you an exact chart with the target date.

How to Plan a Realistic Weight Loss Timeline

Unrealistic expectations are the #1 reason people abandon weight loss plans. This calculator projects a science-based timeline: one kilogram of body fat contains ~7,700 kcal, so a 500 kcal/day deficit produces ~0.5 kg of fat loss per week.

Safe Rates of Weight Loss

RateDaily deficitBest for
0.25 kg/week250 kcal/dayNear target weight, low body fat
0.5 kg/week500 kcal/dayMost people — recommended standard
1.0 kg/week1000 kcal/daySignificant excess weight, medical supervision

Why Rapid Weight Loss Backfires

Deficits above 1,000 kcal/day trigger metabolic adaptation — the body reduces its BMR in response to food restriction. This makes continued fat loss increasingly difficult and raises the risk of muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies and yo-yo rebound.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I lose weight faster at the start?Initial rapid loss is mostly water and glycogen depletion, not fat. Fat loss becomes dominant after 1–2 weeks.
Should I take diet breaks?Research shows periodic 1–2 week maintenance phases partially reverse metabolic adaptation and improve long-term outcomes.
Is 1 kg/week too fast?For most people, yes. It's only appropriate with significant excess weight and ideally medical supervision.

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