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I’m 20 years old, 5′3 and 150 pounds, so a little overweight. I’m starting to go to the gym 7 days a week doing 45 minutes of cardio every day (at least 80% of my normal heartrate the whole time) and I’m alternating days for doing weights for my upper body and lower body. I want to set a long term goal, but I want to make sure this is realistic so I wont be disappointed.
Thanks!

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I want fast results, but not to be unhealthy about it.
What would be a healthy deadline / goal to set to lose 30 pounds through healthy eating and workouts.
Any tips to acheive the above also welcome

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