How To Work Out Percentage Weight Loss

Hey there, friend! Grab a cuppa, let's chat about something that's been on your mind, yeah? You're thinking, "How the heck do I calculate my percentage weight loss?" Well, buckle up, 'cause we're diving in!

First things first, what's your starting point?

You've got your trusty scale, right? Hop on, jot down that number. That's your starting weight. Let's call it W1. Now, don't go crazy with the treats just yet, we've got work to do!

Now, let's talk about your goal

You've got a target weight in mind, yeah? Let's call that W2. It could be a number you've got in your head, or a weight you're aiming for after a certain time. Whatever it is, write it down. We'll need it for our little calculation.

Time to whip out the math

Alright, here's where it gets a teensy bit serious. You're gonna need to do a little division. Don't worry, it's not like we're asking you to solve a Rubik's cube blindfolded. You're gonna divide the difference between your starting weight and your goal weight by your starting weight. Phew, that was a mouthful!

Here's the formula for ya: (W1 - W2) / W1 x 100 = Percentage of weight loss

Let's break it down

Say you started at 200 pounds (W1 = 200) and you want to get down to 160 pounds (W2 = 160). You'd do (200 - 160) / 200 x 100. That's 40 pounds lost, which is 20% of your starting weight. Boom! Math done right!

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But wait, there's more!

You might be thinking, "That's all well and good, but what if I want to know my percentage weight loss over time?" Well, that's where things get a tad trickier. You'll need to know your starting weight, your ending weight, and the time it took you to get there.

Here's the formula for that: (Weight lost / Starting weight) x 100 / Time = Percentage of weight loss per week (or month, or year, you pick!)

Let's wrap this up

So there you have it, folks! You're now a certified percentage weight loss calculator. Go forth, track your progress, and most importantly, stay healthy and happy!

And hey, if you ever need a cheerleader, or a shoulder to cry on (we all have those moments, right?), you know where to find me. Until next time, keep moving and keep smiling!