{"id":10081,"date":"2020-10-08T18:52:44","date_gmt":"2020-10-08T18:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=10081"},"modified":"2025-07-11T19:19:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T19:19:14","slug":"how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Lose 15 Pounds In A Month: Dietary Changes You Need To Get On Board With"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Can_You_Really_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month\" >Can You Really Lose 15 Pounds in a Month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#What_Is_the_Best_Way_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month\" >What Is the Best Way to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#How_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month_without_Exercise\" >How to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month without Exercise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Count_Your_Calories\" >Count Your Calories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Avoid_or_Reduce_Your_Intake_of_Simple_Carbohydrates\" >Avoid or Reduce Your Intake of Simple Carbohydrates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Consume_More_Complex_Carbohydrates\" >Consume More Complex Carbohydrates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Choose_Better_Beverages\" >Choose Better Beverages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Drink_More_Water\" >Drink More Water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Eat_More_Fiber-Rich_Foods\" >Eat More Fiber-Rich Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Eat_More_Protein-Rich_Foods\" >Eat More Protein-Rich Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Eat_More_Fruits_and_Vegetables\" >Eat More Fruits and Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Mind_Your_Portions\" >Mind Your Portions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#How_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month_with_Exercise\" >How to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month with Exercise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Do_More_Cardio\" >Do More Cardio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Running\" >Running<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Jumping_Rope\" >Jumping Rope<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Kickboxing\" >Kickboxing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Cycling\" >Cycling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Swimming\" >Swimming<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Add_Compound_Exercises_to_Your_Routine\" >Add Compound Exercises to Your Routine<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Spiderman_walk\" >Spiderman walk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Push-ups\" >Push-ups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Burpees\" >Burpees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Mountain_Climbers\" >Mountain Climbers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Walking_lunges\" >Walking lunges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Kettlebell_swings\" >Kettlebell swings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Planks\" >Planks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#How_to_Lose_15_Pounds_of_Belly_Fat_in_a_Month\" >How to Lose 15 Pounds of Belly Fat in a Month<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#How_Many_Calories_Should_I_Eat_per_Day_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month\" >How Many Calories Should I Eat per Day to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Is_Losing_15_Pounds_in_One_Month_Safe\" >Is Losing 15 Pounds in One Month Safe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Is_15-pound_weight_loss_noticeable\" >Is 15-pound weight loss noticeable?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Which_body_part_loses_fat_first\" >Which body part loses fat first?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#Will_losing_15_pounds_change_my_face\" >Will losing 15 pounds change my face?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#How_much_weight_do_you_need_to_lose_to_drop_a_dress_size\" >How much weight do you need to lose to drop a dress size?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-lose-15-pounds-in-a-month\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to lose 15 pounds in a month<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is an article that many men and women who are looking to shed some extra weight may be interested in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019re going to take a look at how to lose 15 pounds in a month with and without exercise, what workouts work best, and some dietary changes that you should try. Can you really <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lose-15-pounds-in-30-days\/\">lose 15 pounds in 30 days<\/a>?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Really_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month\"><\/span><b>Can You Really Lose 15 Pounds in a Month?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it\u2019s possible for you to lose 15 pounds a month. However, doing this isn\u2019t recommended. More often than not, many people will look to quick weight loss as opposed to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/slow-weight-loss\/\">slow weight loss<\/a>, even when it\u2019s not exactly sustainable or healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a study published in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quick weight loss and slow weight loss produce the same results in terms of reduction in waist circumference, hip circumference, total body water, body fat mass, lean body mass, and resting metabolic rate, in addition to improvements in lipid and glycemic profiles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5702468\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, despite the aforementioned benefits, researchers have stated that such quick weight loss also serves as a risk factor for later weight regain. Remember that according to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable weight loss means a gradual and steady loss of 1 to 2 pounds a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-weight-growth\/losing-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This equates to just 4 to 8 pounds a month &#8211; not 15 pounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So while it is possible to lose 15 pounds a month, you\u2019re advised not to try it as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re very likely to regain all the lost weight (and perhaps more) very quickly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategies for rapid weight loss are rarely healthy and could lead to health complications if followed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Way_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month\"><\/span><b>What Is the Best Way to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As stated above, there\u2019s no healthy and sustainable way to lose 15 pounds in a month. In order to lose 15 pounds (and have a better chance of keeping the weight off), you need to increase your timeline by at least an extra month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to the best way to lose 15 pounds, there are multiple factors that influence weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33035570\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), but the easiest to control are your diet and exercise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of diet, research has stated that eating at an energy deficit, i.e. a calorie deficit, is the most important element for weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8017325\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When it comes to working out, studies have shown that exercise can help with weight loss, belly fat loss, and general fat loss all over the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8365736\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe <\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month_without_Exercise\"><\/span><b>How to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month without Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ordinarily, the best game plan to lose a significant amount of weight is a combination of both diet changes &#8211; specifically a customized hypocaloric diet &#8211; and exercise. In fact, studies over the years have shown that when comparing diet alone, exercise alone, or diet plus exercise for weight loss, the latter always wins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4429709\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1871402123000553\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, some factors may make it impossible for someone to add exercise to their routine. However, this doesn\u2019t mean that their weight loss goals can never come to fruition. While there\u2019s no healthy \u2018how to lose 15 pounds in a month plan\u2019, you can still lose some weight without needing to exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tricks for losing 2 pounds a week without exercise:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Count_Your_Calories\"><\/span><b>Count Your Calories<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The subject of calorie-counting is one that is constantly experiencing heated debates online in fitness communities. Some say it\u2019s good for you, while some are vehemently against it. However, according to science, counting calories is one of the best ways to help you get rid of some extra pounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a review published in 2021, researchers named an energy deficit as the most important factor in weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8017325\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). More recently, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Heart Association<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also stated that reducing your total calorie intake per day can be rather effective in helping with weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.heart.org\/news\/reducing-total-calories-may-be-more-effective-for-weight-loss-than-intermittent-fasting\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to the best calorie intake for weight loss, the number varies from person to person as it is influenced by various factors including body size, physical activity, metabolic efficiency, and weight change (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/food-science\/caloric-intake\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the general rule for calorie deficit for weight loss is to reduce your daily average calorie intake by 500 to 1,000 kcal. You can use a reputable calorie-counter app to help you figure out what your ideal deficit is and go from there<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_or_Reduce_Your_Intake_of_Simple_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><b>Avoid or Reduce Your Intake of Simple Carbohydrates<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to popular opinion, carbs aren\u2019t bad for weight loss. The type of carbs you consume is what determines whether you\u2019re able to lose or end up gaining weight. Simple carbohydrates, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/refined-carbs\/\">refined carbs<\/a>, include candy, sugary drinks, syrups, table sugar, fruit juice concentrate, and products with added sugar, such as baked goods or some cereals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a study published in late 2023, researchers found foods with a high glycemic index and glycemic load to be positively associated with weight gain &#8211; refined carbs all have a high glycemic index. They also found a 100 g\/day increase in starch or added sugar to be associated with 1.5 kg and 0.9 kg greater weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10523278\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refined carbs often have a higher starch content and usually contain added sugars. From this, it can be seen that if you want to lose weight, simple carbs should be the first thing to take out of your diet<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-4-2.png\" alt=\"how to lose 15 pounds in a month\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_More_Complex_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><b>Consume More Complex Carbohydrates<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex carbohydrates are the opposite of simple carbs. Also known as whole grains, they include whole-wheat flour, bulgur (cracked wheat), oatmeal, whole cornmeal, and brown rice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research on these grains has shown that they\u2019re beneficial in the prevention of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and colorectal, pancreatic, and gastric cancers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5310957\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As they\u2019re also rich in fiber, they keep you fuller for longer, which can help you maintain your calorie deficit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An increased intake of complex carbs from whole grains also leads to a 0.4 kg less weight gain per increased intake of 100 g\/day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10523278\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_Better_Beverages\"><\/span><b>Choose Better Beverages<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sodas, fruit juices, and energy drinks are loaded with sugar, something that can hinder your weight loss goals. Research has shown that an increased intake of sugar, for example from sugar-sweetened beverages, increases the risk of weight gain, obesity, and abdominal obesity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0939475323004295\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of such high -ugar beverages choose to drink water, unsweetened coffee, and tea. Fruit and vegetable juices are also a great option, but make sure you read the labels to ensure that no sugar has been added. You can also make such juices at home to ensure they\u2019re as healthy as possible<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/exercises-to-flatten-stomach\/\"><i>10 Exercises to Flatten Stomach, and What Else You Should Do to Lose Belly Fat<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drink_More_Water\"><\/span><b>Drink More Water<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More water consumption is a good idea for a \u2018how to lose 15 pounds plan\u2019 for the following reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>It\u2019s a natural appetite suppressant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A controlled trial in 2008 found that drinking 500 ml of water reduced calorie intake by about 13% (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18589036\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>It increases your resting metabolic rate,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> i.e. the total number of calories burned when your body is completely at rest. In 2003, a study found that drinking approximately 500 ml of water increased the metabolic rate by 30% within 10 minutes. The effect lasted for 30 to 40 minutes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14671205\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>It helps burn fat and metabolize carbohydrates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the body.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_More_Fiber-Rich_Foods\"><\/span><b>Eat More Fiber-Rich Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research on fiber-rich diets has shown that consuming more fiber helps with weight loss and dietary adherence (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6768815\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2023.1110748\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Basically, if you\u2019re on a weight loss diet and constantly cheat or break the diet due to hunger, eating more fiber could help you stay on track better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to weight reduction and appetite regulation, a higher fiber intake can lead to beneficial effects on your metabolic processes and chronic inflammatory pathways (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7589116\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Fiber-rich foods include legumes, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_More_Protein-Rich_Foods\"><\/span><b>Eat More Protein-Rich Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein can help you lose weight as it increases your metabolism, reduces your appetite, and keeps you feeling full for longer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ajcn.nutrition.org\/article\/S0002-9165(23)23664-3\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Protein sources include eggs, lean meats, and plant-based sources such as legumes, soybeans, and lentils.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_More_Fruits_and_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Eat More Fruits and Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re planning how to lose 15 pounds in a month or more, fruits and vegetables should be high on the list of foods you should consume. Not only are they high in micronutrients, which makes them good for your health, they\u2019re also low in calories. This means you can eat more fruits and non-starchy vegetables without worrying about upsetting your calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research examining the relationship between weight and the increased consumption of fruits and vegetables has shown that the higher the intake of these foods, the greater weight and fat loss are and the more successful weight loss maintenance is (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6266069\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/iris.who.int\/bitstream\/handle\/10665\/43145\/9241592842_eng.pdf?sequence=1&amp;isAllowed=y\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7399879\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mind_Your_Portions\"><\/span><b>Mind Your Portions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practicing portion control is a great way to help manage your caloric intake for the day. Eat from a smaller plate to trick your brain with an optical illusion!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that these tips can help you lose 15 pounds, but not in 1 month or less. Any dietary plan that promises such results, including a 3-day diet to lose 10 pounds or even a 7-day detox diet to 10-17 pounds, are fads that aren\u2019t healthy for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month_with_Exercise\"><\/span><b>How to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month with Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To lose 15 pounds in a month, diet and exercise plan should be an integral part of your routine. When it comes to exercising, you don\u2019t need to make your way to the gym as there are many workouts that can be done outside or in your house. If you\u2019re looking for simple but effective workout tips to help you lose 15 pounds in a month, here are some points you should consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_More_Cardio\"><\/span><b>Do More Cardio<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardio workouts are the core of any weight loss journey. They\u2019re among the most accessible <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-workouts\/\">types of workouts<\/a>, they\u2019re generally very easy to do, and they require little to no equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some exercises you should include in your plan to lose 15 pounds include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Running\"><\/span><b>Running<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the most common options that many choose to help them lose some extra pounds. Running at 5mph burns 240 calories in a 125-pound individual and 3,336 calories in a 185-pound person.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The faster your speed, the more calories you\u2019ll burn. If you choose to do cross-country running, you can burn anywhere between 255 and 377 calories in just 30 minutes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/newsweek\/Calories-burned-in-30-minutes-of-leisure-and-routine-activities.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), depending on how much you weigh.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jumping_Rope\"><\/span><b>Jumping Rope<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping rope is a fun way to warm up before undertaking other more intense exercises. However, with increased intensity, this simple exercise can be used as a full workout to help you lose weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Harvard Medical School, depending on how much you weigh and how fast you jump, you can lose 226 to 503 calories through this exercise in about 30 minutes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/newsweek\/Calories-burned-in-30-minutes-of-leisure-and-routine-activities.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/7-1.png\" alt=\"how to lose 15 pounds in a month\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kickboxing\"><\/span><b>Kickboxing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that kickboxing and other combat sports and martial arts are great calorie-burners (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/239642475_The_caloric_cost_of_combat_sports_and_martial_arts_training_in_relation_to_health_recommendations_-_initial_research\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) that can help with fat and weight loss. In addition to calorie-burning, the exercise can also help with increased upper-body muscle power, aerobic power, anaerobic fitness, flexibility, speed, and agility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4187584\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cycling\"><\/span><b>Cycling<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with all exercises, the amount of calories you burn is determined by how much you weigh. The heavier you are, the more calories you\u2019ll lose. It should also be noted that the faster you ride, the more calories you will burn.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swimming\"><\/span><b>Swimming<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going for a swim is one of the most convenient ways to try and lose 15 pounds for many people. This is because it helps burn calories and is also a relatively safe workout that works for most people, including older people, people with bad knees and other injuries, and healthy individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that the higher the intensity of your swimming and the longer you move around in the pool, the more calories you\u2019ll burn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_Compound_Exercises_to_Your_Routine\"><\/span><b>Add Compound Exercises to Your Routine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike isolation workouts, compound exercises are a group of exercises that work out multiple muscle groups at the same time. Compound exercises burn more calories, improve intramuscular coordination, improve strength and flexibility, and help you gain more muscle. Some great examples of compound workouts to include in your workout routine include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiderman_walk\"><\/span><b>Spiderman walk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is also known as the spider crawl and is an amazing workout that targets multiple muscles, including those in the shoulders, chest, upper back, triceps, quadriceps, calves, glutes, hamstrings, adductors, and abductors.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get down on the floor in the start of a plank position with your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart, arms extended, shoulders positioned directly over your hands, and legs behind you, feet hip-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push the toes of your left foot into the floor. Raise your right foot off the floor and externally rotate the leg. Contract your core and glute muscles, keep your back flat, and bring your right knee to the outside of the right elbow. When your knee gets close to your elbow, squeeze your core muscles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your left arm out in front of you, palm on the floor, while your right knee comes toward your right elbow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying low to the ground, alternate your bent knee and hand as you walk\/crawl forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue this pattern, alternating your right leg with your left leg until you \u201cwalk\u201d the desired distance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set a timer for how long you wish to do this crawl for.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Push-ups\"><\/span><b>Push-ups<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This workout will target your pecs, deltoids, triceps, and core.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get on the floor on an exercise or gym mat on all fours and position your hands slightly wider than your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your legs back so you\u2019re balanced on your hands and toes. Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe. Avoid sagging in the middle or arching your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brace your core by contracting your abs and tightening your core by pulling your belly button toward your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale as you slowly bend your elbows and lower yourself until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale as you begin contracting your chest muscles and pushing back up through your hands to the start position. Don&#8217;t lock out your elbows &#8211; keep them slightly bent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this 10 to 12 times for one set.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this is too difficult for you, do the push-up on your knees instead of straightening your feet all the way. You could also do an inclined push-up where instead of going all the way to the floor, you do the same movement against a couch or table.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Burpees\"><\/span><b>Burpees<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burpees are a full-body calisthenic workout that targets muscles in your arms, chest, quads, glutes, hamstrings, and abs. Not only do they build muscle, they\u2019re also a great weight loss exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squat down with your back straight and your hands on the floor between your feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With your weight on your hands, kick your feet back so you\u2019re on your hands and toes and in a push-up position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do one push-up before jumping your feet back to their starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push strongly from this position and jump, reaching your arms over your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burpees are considered a pretty tough workout, even by gym veterans. If you\u2019re a beginner, here are some things you can do to make this exercise easier:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omit the push-up entirely or do it on your knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of jumping, stand and stretch your hands in the air.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_Climbers\"><\/span><b>Mountain Climbers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a great calisthenic workout for your deltoids, biceps, triceps, chest, obliques, core, quads, hamstrings, and hip abductors.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a traditional plank position with your shoulders directly over your hands and wrists.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to keep your back flat and your butt down, maintaining a neutral spine &#8211; don\u2019t curve your back or sag your hips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core and lift up your right knee, bringing it toward your elbow (or as far as you can). Return your right knee to the starting position as you simultaneously drive your left knee up toward your left elbow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return to the starting position and continue switching legs as you pick up the pace. It should feel as if you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-in-place-exercise\/\">running in place<\/a> in a plank position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/10-1.png\" alt=\"how to lose 15 pounds in a month\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walking_lunges\"><\/span><b>Walking lunges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking lunges (and other <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lunge-variations\/\">lunge variations<\/a>) strengthen the leg muscles and the core, hips, and glutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your feet roughly hip-distance apart. Keep your torso upright and tall, your core engaged, your shoulders back, and your chin lifted and look straight ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a wide step forward with your right foot and plant it roughly two feet ahead, allowing your left heel to lift naturally as you step forward. You may want to put your hands on your hips and bend your elbows at a 90-degree angle as you take each step.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your core engaged and upright, breathe in and bend both knees, lowering your back knee toward the floor. Stop just before it touches down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe out as you press firmly through your right heel and extend your right knee to rise to stand as you lift your left foot from the ground, swinging it forward to plant it approximately two feet ahead of your right foot. Avoid leaning your torso forward from your hips as you take this step.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue stepping forward with each lunge, alternating sides as you do. Set a timer for yourself and try doing this for 5 to 10 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finish your set by bringing your back foot to meet your front foot on the final lunge.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kettlebell_swings\"><\/span><b>Kettlebell swings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are great compound workouts that target the love handles, glutes, legs, shoulders, and pecs.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart as you hold a kettlebell in front of your body with both hands, arms straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a slight bend in your knees and a flat back, hinge at your hips and swing the kettlebell back between your legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the momentum to stand and swing the kettlebell out in front of your body, up to shoulder height. Thrust your hips forward and engage your glutes and core as you stand up straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the kettlebell reaches shoulder height, your knees should be straight, and your glutes should be contracted in a full hip extension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow the kettlebell to swing back down between your legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planks\"><\/span><b>Planks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start on your hands and knees and come up into a push-up plank position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balancing on your hands (or elbows) and toes (or knees), align your wrists under your shoulders. Make sure to keep your back straight and your abs and glutes tight. Don\u2019t sag your body to the floor or curl up your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten your abs, keep breathing, and hold this position for at least 10 seconds to a full minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an easier variation of this, balance on your elbows and knees. Work with the variation that feels most comfortable for you to avoid injuring yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While cardio is a great way to lose weight, combining cardio and strength training increases the number of calories burned in a single workout session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ice-hack-to-lose-weight\/\"><i>The Ice Hack to Lose Weight: Is There Science to Support the Claims?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Lose_15_Pounds_of_Belly_Fat_in_a_Month\"><\/span><b>How to Lose 15 Pounds of Belly Fat in a Month<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same way that you can\u2019t lose 15 pounds of weight in a safe and healthy way in just 30 days, you can\u2019t lose 15 pounds of belly fat in the same time frame. However, if you\u2019d like to lose as much belly fat as possible in a month, we recommend fixing your diet and incorporating exercise into your routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that while belly exercises such as sit-ups, crunches, and torso twists are good, they won\u2019t help you get rid of belly fat on their own. Full-body cardio and resistance training exercises are the best way to go to achieve this.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Calories_Should_I_Eat_per_Day_to_Lose_15_Pounds_in_a_Month\"><\/span><b>How Many Calories Should I Eat per Day to Lose 15 Pounds in a Month?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no healthy amount of calories you can eat to lose 15 pounds a month. As previously stated, a more realistic timeline to lose this amount of weight is approximately 2 to 3 months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that due to the many factors that determine how many calories a person needs per day, there\u2019s no one umbrella number that everyone can eat per day to help them lose weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To determine your ideal daily calorie deficit for weight loss, we suggest that you use a reputable calorie-counting app such as the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BetterMe <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">app to calculate your deficit using your weight goals and your physical activity level.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Losing_15_Pounds_in_One_Month_Safe\"><\/span><b>Is Losing 15 Pounds in One Month Safe?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it\u2019s not. Losing 15 pounds in just 1 month is not healthy for you and is ultimately not worth it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such rapid weight loss could lead to a number of temporary side effects such as muscle loss, fatigue, headaches and dizziness, constipation, mood swings, and menstrual irregularities in women.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some life-threatening side effects of losing 15 pounds a month include gallstones, dehydration, and nutrient deficiencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/11.png\" alt=\"how to lose 15 pounds in a month\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_15-pound_weight_loss_noticeable\"><\/span><strong>Is 15-pound weight loss noticeable?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, a 15-pound weight loss is usually a noticeable change.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_body_part_loses_fat_first\"><\/span><strong>Which body part loses fat first?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A randomized controlled trial showed that men generally tend to lose weight in the trunk (belly) area, while women lose weight in the hips first (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28914104\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, every person is different, so you may not necessarily lose weight in these areas first, regardless of your sex.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_losing_15_pounds_change_my_face\"><\/span><strong>Will losing 15 pounds change my face?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your face will likely start to look slimmer after a 15-pound weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_weight_do_you_need_to_lose_to_drop_a_dress_size\"><\/span><strong>How much weight do you need to lose to drop a dress size?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The general consensus is that losing between 10 and 20 pounds could be enough to help you drop one dress size. That being said, everyone\u2019s body is different, and this can vary depending on weight, height, and build.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_lose_15_pounds_in_a_month\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to losing weight, the question of how to lose 15 pounds in a month is not one you should entertain. This amount of weight is too much to lose in such a short amount of time and can have some life-threatening side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing to do is reduce this number to something more manageable, such as 4 to 8 pounds a month. This smaller number is more achievable with all the tips mentioned above regarding dietary changes and exercise. However, before you attempt any of the tips mentioned in this article, you should make an appointment to speak with a doctor or dietitian to ensure these changes won\u2019t adversely affect your health.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to lose 15 pounds in a month. 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