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A member asked:
Is a 500 calorie deficit bad for a 16 almost 17 yo guy? he's average weight & fat. runs/bikes 1hr and yogo 34 min daily. he wants to lose fat
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Sounds ok: If a person eats 500 calories less each day, he can lose 1-2 pounds a week. That sounds ok for a normal person who is exercising, as the exercising helps maintain muscle mass, tone, and strength while he loses some fat.
Answered 4/22/2016
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