From Rachel, Age 17 - 08/16/09 - IP#: 75.42.239.xxx  Click here to reply  
Ht. 5'9.5", Start: 220 lb, Today: 210 lb (BMI %tile: 96), Goal: 160 lb - I've finally found a weight loss plan that my parents agree to! My dad said he'll buy my mother and I an elliptical if I show progress in weight loss (after I lose 10lbs+). I've also started a vegetarian diet and I've been drinking protein shakes. My mom has an ancient exercise bike that still works that I plan on using until we get an elliptical. I was wondering if 2-4 pounds a week was too much? I've tried asking my doctor, and he said 5 pounds a week was safe, which I don't believe it is.
Reply from britney, Age 15 - 08/16/09  - IP#: 67.81.57.xxx
well 2-4 pounds is good. and i think your doctor probably meant like at the beginning five pounds is okay because youre bigger and you lose more weight. but once you start losing weight 5 pounds won't be as healthy. you know what i'm saying? yeah but good luck!		 
Reply from Rachel, Age 17 - 08/16/09  - IP#: 75.42.239.xxx
I meant to put that my doctor said, more than 5 pounds a week.