How many calories do you have to burn before you lose a pound?

Answer #1

3600 = 1 lb.

Answer #2

really? i thought it was 3500 :*)

Answer #3

3,500 calories = 1 pound of fat. 2,500 calories = 1 pound of muscle.

If you’re trying to lose weight, eat at 500 calories below your maintenance and that adds up to 3,500 calorie deficit in 7 days, or 1lb./week.

Answer #4

3,500

Answer #5

It is 3500.

Answer #6

Dang, oops.

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