Whilst there is a no one-size-fits-all approach for ‘How much weight can I lose on BeFitreat?’, our expert Body Transformation coach Sam has put together some key advice and pointers for guests looking to achieve Weight Loss as their retreat goal.
It’s important to keep in mind that everyone’s body works uniquely, so just because you may start off the same weight and build as someone else, that’s not to say your weight loss journeys will mirror each other. In fact, there are so many factors that come in play including your energy output, nutritional intake, your daily movement, how much water you retain, your age and gender etc.
Coach Sam Shares His Expert Opinion on How much Weight You Can Lose on BeFitreat
1. Starting Point: Your Unique Body and Health Background
Everyone arrives at a retreat with a different baseline. Your age, metabolism, body composition, medical history, and even hormones all influence how your body responds to training and nutrition. For example, someone with a history of yo-yo dieting might initially lose weight differently compared to someone who is new to structured exercise. Recognizing this helps set realistic expectations.
TOP TIP: Don’t compare yourself to anyone else. Your body and your journey is unique to you. We encourage guests to take before and after photos as this is the number one biggest measurement of progress and change, NOT the scales!
2. Fitness Level and Training Experience
How active you’ve been before arriving plays a big role. A beginner might see quick results from consistent movement, while a seasoned gym-goer may need more progressive overload to see changes. Retreat programs often adapt to individual levels, but your personal fitness history shapes the rate of progress.
TOP TIP: Work to your own level but use our community of other guests and people in the classes to motivate and encourage you. It’s better to start of slowly and build your fitness and strength up than go all-in right at the start.
3. Nutrition and Eating Habits
Nutrition is often the biggest factor in weight loss. If you’re on our Body Transformation program, your coach will create you a personalised and structured meal plan. However, your previous eating habits, portion control, food intolerances, and relationship with food will affect how your body responds. Learning to eat mindfully and sustainably often leads to longer-lasting results beyond the retreat itself.
TOP TIP: Stick to your personalised meal plan. It has been created for you specifically based on your statistics and retreat goal. If you feel you need more or less food, let your Coach know.
4. Mindset, Stress, and Lifestyle
Weight loss isn’t only physical, it’s deeply tied to mindset. Stress, sleep quality, motivation, and emotional triggers can either accelerate or slow down results. Retreats often remove daily distractions, creating space to reset your mental approach to health, which can be just as transformative as the workouts.
TOP TIP: Disconnect from your phone and social media to stay away from distractions. Instead, make time to focus on your breathwork and active recovery.
5. Consistency After the Retreat
The retreat kickstarts change, but what happens afterward determines whether the results stick. Your ability to integrate new routines into daily life, like regular workouts, meal planning, and stress management – matters more than what’s achieved during the retreat itself. That’s why the best retreats equip you with tools to carry forward into everyday life.
TOP TIP: BeFitreat now offer Accountability Coaching for life post-retreat. This coaching with Helen is to help you transition back to normal life and ensure you stay on track with your training, nutrition and new lifestyle habits.
Final Thoughts
Weight loss on a fitness retreat is never one-size-fits-all, It’s shaped by your unique body, fitness level, nutrition habits, mindset, and what you do once the retreat ends. The most powerful part of the experience isn’t just the workouts or the meals, it’s the chance to reset, refocus, and leave with the knowledge and tools to continue your progress at home.
If you’re curious about how a retreat could work for you, we invite you to speak with one of our retreat experts who can answer your questions and guide you toward the right program. You can also request a complimentary sample itinerary and nutrition plan to see exactly how your days could look and what results you might expect.