If there is ever the biggest bullshit claim I've ever read about when it comes to the fitness industry and Weight Loss...This is probably at the top of the list. Let's talk about it and see where it goes shall we?
I've been grinding in the fitness game for years—no steroids, no bullshit shortcuts, just real talk and sweat. Today, I want talk about why getting into this rapid weight loss fantasy is a dangerous trap, the risks that'll fuck you up, and why sustainability is the only path to true power.
First off, let's talk numbers because math doesn't lie, and neither do I. Losing 60 kg in 8 weeks means dropping about roughly 7.5 kg per week. Bump it to 120 kg, and you're looking at 15 kg weekly. To put that in perspective, a safe, sustainable weight loss rate is closer to 0.5-1 kg per week. That's for fat loss, not just water weight or muscle. Why? Because your body ain't a video game where you can cheat-code infinite energy. Fat loss boils down to calorie deficit: Burn more than you eat. A pound of fat is roughly 3500 calories, so for 132 pounds (60 kg), you'd need a deficit of about 462,000 calories over 8 weeks—or 8,250 calories daily. Bro, the average dude burns 2,500-3,000 calories a day just existing and moving. To hit that deficit, you'd have to starve yourself to near zero intake while cranking workouts like a possessed demon. Impossible without crashing hard.
120 kg? That's double the madness—16,500 calorie daily deficit. You'd need to be in a coma or something to not die trying. Sure, extreme cases like bariatric surgery or medically supervised very-low-calorie diets (VLCDs) exist, but those are for morbidly obese folks under doctor watch, not your average Joe chasing a beach bod. Even then, they don't hit these numbers without complications. Remember those reality shows like "The Biggest Loser"? Contestants dropped massive weight fast, but studies showed most regained it all, plus wrecked metabolisms. One study from NIH followed them: Average contestant lost 58 kg in 30 weeks, but six years later, they'd gained back 41 kg, and their resting metabolic rate tanked by 600 calories a day. Imagine your engine running on fumes forever. That's the "success" story. Now scale it to 8 weeks? Pure delusion.
I've had my share of weight issues and weighed 275 at my heaviest still training everyday. It didn't feel right and I knew that it wasn't good for me. So I shifted gears, trained differently and ate a bit better and got down to under 250 for a while. Still fluctuated but I rarely if ever at that time went past gaining 2-3 lbs back. When I was laid up with my Sciatica Injury, it got so bad and extremely painful that eating was difficult for me. At one point, I lost 11 lb in 18 days because of it. That's not healthy and I don't wish that on anybody. After recovering from it, I made it my mission to be more aware of what I was doing, listening to my body and paying attention to how I ate and did things. I'm now at around 235 and haven't had issues since spring of 2024.
Let's get back to what this article is really about. I'm sure by now you're thinking, "What if I go hardcore? Keto, intermittent fasting, HIIT marathons, supplements galore!" Nah, dude. Let's break down the dangers starting with your physical machine. Rapid weight loss isn't fat—it's everything. Your body, in panic mode, torches muscle first because it's metabolically expensive. Lose muscle, and your strength plummets. We're talking weakness, fatigue, and looking like a deflated balloon instead of sculpted steel. A 2016 review in Obesity Reviews found that in extreme deficits, up to 25% of weight lost is lean mass. For 60 kg down, that's 15 kg of muscle gone like Chris O'Donnell's movie career after Batman & Robin. Years of gains erased in weeks. And muscle isn't just for show; it's your metabolic furnace. Less muscle means slower metabolism, making it harder to keep weight off. Vicious cycle, right?
Then there's the organ apocalypse. Your heart? Starvation stresses it like a motherfucker. Electrolyte imbalances from dehydration or nutrient voids can cause arrhythmias—irregular heartbeats that could KILL you. Potassium, magnesium, sodium—gone. Boom, cardiac arrest risk skyrockets. Kidneys? Overloaded filtering waste from protein breakdown (if you're chugging shakes to "preserve" muscle). Gallstones form from rapid fat mobilization; painful as hell, might need surgery. Liver? Fatty liver reversal sounds good, but too fast and you risk inflammation or failure. A case study in the New England Journal of Medicine detailed a guy who tried a 600-calorie diet: Lost 20 kg quick, but ended up with acute liver injury. Scale to 60-120 kg? You're playing Russian roulette with your internals and if you just happen to survive, it's going to affect you the rest of your life whether you "believe" you're in shape or not.
Don't forget bones. Rapid loss leaches calcium, weakening density. Osteoporosis precursor, especially if you're over 40 like me, doing what is possible to prevent that. Women? Hormonal havoc—missed periods, infertility risks from estrogen drops. Men? Testosterone tanks, leading to low energy, mood swings, and erectile dysfunction. Yeah, that "might" you're chasing? It'll vanish downstairs first. And skin? Loose, saggy folds everywhere because elasticity can't keep up. Surgery to fix? More risks, scars, and cash.
Now, the mental minefield. Quick fixes breed obsession. You're not eating for joy; it's warfare. Anxiety spikes, depression creeps in from isolation (can't eat out with friends), and binge urges explode. A 2020 study in JAMA Psychiatry linked extreme dieting to eating disorders—up to 20% of rapid losers develop anorexia or bulimia traits. Sleep? Wrecked by hunger hormones like ghrelin raging. Cortisol (stress hormone) surges, inflating belly fat ironically. And the high? Dopamine from scale drops is temporary; crash comes hard when progress stalls. Are you starting to see the big picture here?
Just a quick FYI....There is a guy who actually claims to have accomplished this (60-120 kg in -8 weeks).
Sustainability? Laughable. 95% of dieters regain weight within 5 years, per UCLA research. Why? Your body adapts. Set point theory: It fights to return to "normal" by slowing metabolism, amping hunger. After extreme loss, you're wired to pack on pounds faster. Yo-yo effect damages arteries, raises diabetes risk. A Harvard study showed cyclical dieting increases heart disease odds by 30%. Plus, habits don't stick. 8 weeks of torture? No way you build lifelong routines. It's like sprinting a marathon— you'll collapse before the finish.
Let's get real with examples. Remember Jared from Subway? Lost 111 kg eating subs, but sustainably over years—not weeks. He kept it off by changing lifestyle. Contrast with celebs: Oprah's yo-yo, Jonah Hill's fluctuations. Or that viral guy who lost 100 kg in 3 months via surgery? Complications galore—nutrient malabsorption, dumping syndrome (explosive diarrhea post-meal).
But scams fuel this fire. Supplements like fat burners? Caffeine and green tea extract at best—minimal effect, heart palpitations at worst. Detox teas? Diuretics causing dehydration, not fat loss. HCG injections? Banned by FDA for weight loss, risks blood clots. Keto pills? Placebo bullshit. And surgeries: Gastric bypass for extreme cases, but complications like infections, leaks, or death (1-2% risk). Liposuction? Removes fat cells but not visceral fat; regrows elsewhere if habits suck. Cost? 10k-50k bucks, plus recovery hell. Influencers hide this. Spot the frauds and don't fall into their claims.
So, risks recap: Physical—muscle waste, organ strain, bone loss, skin sag, hormonal chaos. Mental—disorders, stress, burnout. Sustainability—rebound gain, metabolic damage, habit failure. Unrealistic because biology says no. Even athletes like UFC fighters cut 10-20 kg water weight temporarily, rehydrate post-weigh-in. Not sustainable, and they're pros with teams.
What's the alternative? Real power: Slow, steady, mighty. Aim 0.5-1 kg/week. Keep your Calorie Deficit within range that still includes whole foods—veggies, proteins, fats.
-Strength Training within smart goal setting. Compound movements whether bodyweight or with weights build muscle, boost metabolism.
-Cardio? Mix HIIT and steady-state, but don't overdo—very effective in doses.
-Track progress: Measurements, photos, not just scale.
-Mindset: Consistency over perfection. Slip? Get back, no guilt.
-Supplements? Stick to basics like protein and creatine if needed. Sleep well, manage stress with meditation or walks. Community: Join groups, accountability rocks. If you're into checking out supplements, research on Lost Empire Herbs. Just remember not to RELY on them, they're a tool but not the solution.
In your 40s like me? Prioritize conditioning and strength that lasts (Sandbags, Bodyweight Training, Weight Vest Walking etc). Circuits with bands (shoutout Dopamineo—use code POWERANDMIGHT for discount, ha!). Build resilience for life, not likes. I've kept off my own weight loss making little by little progress and have ideas to lose more within reason. No extremes, just grind and being intelligent about it. Philosophy: Fitness is a journey that leads to many routes, you don't need to be a speed demon to reach your goals or else you may crash and it'll bite you in the ass hard. Embrace the process and make it beneficial to have a solid quality of life.
Wrapping this beast: Chasing 60-120 kg loss in 8 weeks? Dangerous delusion peddled by charlatans and psychotic marketers. Risks wreck body and soul; unsustainable as fuck. Choose power: Sustainable habits, real results. Crush goals smartly, stay strong and as always, be amazingly awesome.
