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How Fast Should You Lose Weight? Aggressive Fat Loss Q&A

The Leo Alves Podcast··31 August 2026·28 min

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In this Q&A episode, I break down aggressive fat loss.What it actually means, how much weight you can realistically lose per week, whether rapid weight loss is unhealthy, and who a more aggressive approach may—or may not—be suitable for. Join "The Fat Loss Sprint" Group Coaching Book a Consultation Call 1:1 Online Coaching 14-Day Fat Loss Kick-Starter Free Fitness Guides "Your Fat Loss Journey Starts Here" Book Instagram Threads YouTube Tools I use for training, work, and daily life Timestamps: (00:15) The Fat Loss Sprint (03:55) What counts as aggressive fat loss? (06:23) How much weight should you lose per week? (09:09) Is losing weight quickly unhealthy? (11:27) Who is aggressive fat loss suitable for? (15:34) Who should avoid aggressive fat loss? (17:04) How low should your calories go? (19:16) Can you maintain muscle while losing weight quickly? (20:32) How do you deal with hunger during a calorie deficit? (21:40) How long should an aggressive fat loss phase last? (24:33) How do you avoid regaining the weight afterwards? (26:19) Conclusion: How Much Weight Should You Lose Per Week?