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How long must you exercise to see change?

keeping fitIt is estimated that half a kilo of body fat equals around 4,000 calories. So to lose this amount each week through any physical activity or exercise, you need to at least burn off approximately 600 calories a day. This means to shed off about ten kilos, you will approximately need 20 to 22 weeks - that will be five months of moderate to highly-intense workout and proper nutrition.

One thing though, don’t just get started without knowing what you want or where you are going. Ask yourself how much weight you want to lose and by when? More specifically, what is your health and fitness goal? The more specific you are, the more you are going to get there in time.

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