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Aim for 5%

Losing 5% of your body weight is a very big deal. Yes of course you’ll look and feel better but more importantly, you’ll be significantly healthier. It’s a really good mini-goal to aim for.
By WeightWatchers
Published April 15, 2016
Starting weight, lbs 5%, lbs 5% goal, lbs
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9.5
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