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For a more enjoyable experience, consider a more measured approach that may take longer but will feel less taxing physically and emotionally.
Realistic Expectations: Time Frames for Fat Loss
So, how fast can you realistically expect to lose fat?
Starting from a benchmark of 20% body fat and aiming for 10%, the rate of loss tends to slow as you get leaner. If we take a typical scenario where an individual weighs 180 pounds at 20% body fat (36 pounds of fat), losing around 25 pounds total is more realistic than just targeting fat loss.