Healthy Rate
A safe and sustainable rate of loss is 0.5kg to 1.0kg per week. Faster is not always better due to muscle loss risks.
Total Weight Loss Goals
- Semaglutide: Expect 15% total body weight loss over 68 weeks.
- Tirzepatide: Expect 20-25% total body weight loss over 72 weeks.
Non-Scale Victories
Don't just focus on the number. Pay attention to:
- Clothing fitting looser
- Improved energy levels
- Better blood sugar control
- Reduced joint pain
- Freedom from food obsession
Plateaus are Normal
Weight loss is rarely a straight line. Stalls for 1-2 weeks are normal as your body adjusts. Stick to the plan and the scale will move again.
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Temitope Ajayi, MBBS, FMCGP
Family Medicine Specialist
Content reviewed by qualified healthcare professionals for accuracy.