{"id":8548,"date":"2020-08-18T13:26:17","date_gmt":"2020-08-18T13:26:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=8548"},"modified":"2025-08-30T16:29:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-30T16:29:42","slug":"how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Months Does It Take To Transform Your Body: The Naked Truth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#What_Is_the_Average_Time_for_a_Body_Transformation\" >What Is the Average Time for a Body Transformation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Does_It_Take_3_Months_to_See_Results\" >Does It Take 3 Months to See Results?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Can_You_Change_Your_Body_in_6_Months\" >Can You Change Your Body in 6 Months?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Diet_to_Transform_Your_Body\" >Diet to Transform Your Body<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Cut_out_junk_foods\" >Cut out junk foods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Cut_out_sugar-sweetened_beverages\" >Cut out sugar-sweetened beverages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Drink_more_water\" >Drink more water\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Eat_more_vegetables\" >Eat more vegetables\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Consume_more_protein-rich_foods\" >Consume more protein-rich foods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Eat_more_fruits\" >Eat more fruits\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Eat_your_carbs\" >Eat your carbs\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Mind_Your_Calorie_Intake\" >Mind Your Calorie Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Start_Working_Out\" >Start Working Out<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Squats\" >Squats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Push-Ups\" >Push-Ups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Deadlifts\" >Deadlifts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Lunges\" >Lunges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Overhead_Press\" >Overhead Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Kettlebell_Swings\" >Kettlebell Swings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Mountain_Climbers\" >Mountain Climbers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#How_Many_Months_Does_It_Take_to_Transform_Your_Body_by_Swimming\" >How Many Months Does It Take to Transform Your Body by Swimming?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#How_Many_Days_a_Week_Should_You_Work_Out\" >How Many Days a Week Should You Work Out?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Transform_Your_Strength_Fitness_and_Physique\" >How Long Does It Take to Transform Your Strength, Fitness, and Physique?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Factors_That_Affect_Fitness\" >Factors That Affect Fitness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#How_to_Accelerate_Your_Results_the_Safe_Way\" >How to Accelerate Your Results the Safe Way<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Increase_Your_Protein_Intake\" >Increase Your Protein Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Eat_Enough_Food_for_Your_Goals\" >Eat Enough Food for Your Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Lift_More_Weights\" >Lift More Weights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Do_More_HIIT_Workouts\" >Do More HIIT Workouts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Change_Your_Workout_Routine\" >Change Your Workout Routine\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#How_many_hours_should_I_spend_at_the_gym_per_day\" >How many hours should I spend at the gym per day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Can_you_get_a_summer_body_in_3_months\" >Can you get a summer body in 3 months?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#Can_you_get_a_six-pack_in_4_months\" >Can you get a six-pack in 4 months?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-months-does-it-take-to-transform-your-body\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many months does it take to transform your body? This is a question many people who are considering working out or have recently started exercising often ask. Many would like to see results within a few short weeks. However, is this physically possible? How long does it take to get in shape?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Average_Time_for_a_Body_Transformation\"><\/span><b>What Is the Average Time for a Body Transformation?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answer to this depends on what kind of transformation you\u2019re aiming for. Some people may want to lose weight, while others want stronger muscles. Regardless of the case, you should understand that rapid transformations can be unhealthy. People often take drastic measures such as cutting out carbs, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-day-juice-fast-weight-loss\/\">juice fasting<\/a>, giving up sugar, or living on insanely low calories. This can put a lot of stress on the body and do more harm than good <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/sugar-detox-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(24).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An intelligent approach is to take it slow. Rather than worrying about how many months it takes to transform your body, you should focus on the time you need to up your fitness game. If you exercise regularly, you\u2019re likely to see better outcomes. You may notice some changes at 6 to 8 weeks. You can significantly improve your health and fitness in 3 to 4 months<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health-news\/how-long-to-get-in-shape#Time-depends-on-goals\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(12).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some experts claim that if you work out consistently and carefully watch your diet, you can expect a six-pack, a muscular physique, and a lean body within a year. This can happen if you aren\u2019t too overweight initially.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other factors such as an individual\u2019s environment, nature of work, and sleep patterns can also impact fitness. Also, a body transformation for a female may vary to that of a male due to gender differences, hormonal differences, and variations in their activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe App helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\">Start using our app <\/a>and you will see good results in a short time.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/01-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_It_Take_3_Months_to_See_Results\"><\/span><b>Does It Take 3 Months to See Results?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reality of a fitness program is that you\u2019ll have nothing to flex after a few days or weeks. Body transformation demands consistency and determination. For example, if you opt for a micro workout routine, you may only observe the positive outcomes if you understand micro exercise tips, types, and workout plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research from 2018 found that some people can get better at breathing and build muscles in only two to four weeks. However, if you\u2019re already in good shape, your genes, the kind of muscles you have, and how good your workouts are will affect how fast your strength progress is. It may take well-conditioned people approximately eight to 12 weeks to notice significant changes<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/perspectivesinmedicine.cshlp.org\/content\/8\/6\/a029769\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So yes, you should wait 3 months to notice results in your fitness. In addition, you must recognize the diet that is needed to transform your body. This can help you feel less exhausted and more active. You can opt for a plant-based diet or a structured plan such as a 30-day fasting challenge. Once you\u2019ve noticed a positive impact on your mental and physical health, you can continue this challenge for the next few months to maximize the chances of achieving body transformation goals within 3 to 4 months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Change_Your_Body_in_6_Months\"><\/span><b>Can You Change Your Body in 6 Months?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can make visible changes to your body within 6 months. You must follow a consistent routine and follow the right approach. Getting help from a certified trainer or a reputable online platform is advisable to transform your body in 6 months.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a study from 2007 in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers placed inactive or overweight women into three groups: one group exercised at a medium level, another at a high level, and the third at an even higher level<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jama\/fullarticle\/1108370\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (8).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women who exercised the most improved their heart and lung fitness by 8% after 6 months. Those who exercised less intensely saw a more minor increase of 4%. An 8% boost in fitness may not sound like much, but if you haven&#8217;t been active for a while, it can make a big difference.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-4.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When trying to lose weight in 6 months, you can create an exercise plan that includes various movements. For example, you can opt for wall Pilates workouts, cardio, or strength training routines. A diverse exercise pattern can keep you motivated and work on other parts of the body.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\">\u00a0<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diet_to_Transform_Your_Body\"><\/span><b>Diet to Transform Your Body<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of foods and drinks you consume are probably the main hurdle in your weight loss and fitness goals. You are unlikely to achieve any of these if you don\u2019t eat the right things in the right amounts. Here are some things to put into practice to achieve your physique goals:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_out_junk_foods\"><\/span><b>Cut out junk foods\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a break from visiting your favorite local fast food restaurant for a while. No matter how tasty these foods are, they\u2019re often full of saturated fats, sugars, and extra calories that will hinder your weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_out_sugar-sweetened_beverages\"><\/span><b>Cut out sugar-sweetened beverages<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinks such as sodas, energy drinks, and juices are usually full of added sugar. These are added calories that you don\u2019t need in your diet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/ss\/slideshow-effects-cut-added-sugar\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drink_more_water\"><\/span><b>Drink more water\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men should consume approximately 3.7 liters and women should aim for 2.7 liters of water a day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/water\/art-20044256\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_more_vegetables\"><\/span><b>Eat more vegetables\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing about vegetables is that they are low in calories. You can eat an entire plate of them without worrying about overdoing your calorie intake, as long as they\u2019re not fried. If you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-eat-more-vegetables\/\">eat more vegetables<\/a>, go for dark leafy greens such as bok choy, kale, spinach, Swiss chard, arugula, cabbage, and romaine lettuce.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/nutrition-2.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_more_protein-rich_foods\"><\/span><b>Consume more protein-rich foods\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy sources of proteins include eggs, milk, legumes, protein powders, soy (tofu), oily fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna, bass), poultry, nuts, yogurt, and lean beef. Proteins keep you feeling full for longer, prevent snacking, increase muscle mass and strength, and boost your metabolism &#8211; all factors that will help you get in shape (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321522\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_more_fruits\"><\/span><b>Eat more fruits\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only will they help kick your sugar craving, they also help lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, prevent some types of cancer, and lower the risk of eye and digestive problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/what-should-you-eat\/vegetables-and-fruits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They&#8217;re also an excellent source of dietary fiber and vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin C, and potassium (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/eat-well\/why-5-a-day\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_your_carbs\"><\/span><b>Eat your carbs\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When people are trying to get in shape, most are quick to eliminate all carbohydrates from their diet. However, this is not a good or sustainable plan as our bodies need carbs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The body turns carbs into glucose, which we use as a source of energy. While we can use other sources such as fats and protein as an energy source, remember that the brain requires glucose to function well (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/diet-and-weight-loss\/carbohydrates--good-or-bad-for-you\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, not all carbs are made equal. Simple carbs such as white bread, pasta, pastries, and candies are mostly sugar and are what give carbs a bad rap. Simple carbs provide a rapid source of energy, and you soon feel hungry again after consuming them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, complex carbohydrates are what you should consume. They\u2019re starches that consist of long chains of molecules (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/161547\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These can be found in grains such as quinoa, vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, and pumpkin, and whole grains such as brown rice, wild rice, oatmeal, bulgur, millet, barley, popcorn, and whole-wheat breads and pastas. Complex carbs are healthier and will keep you feeling fuller for longer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/thigh-workouts\/\"><i>Thigh Workout Guide: 7 Effective Exercises for Building Leg Strength<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mind_Your_Calorie_Intake\"><\/span><b>Mind Your Calorie Intake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People tend to think that because they\u2019re eating healthy foods, they shouldn\u2019t think about their calorie intake. However, this is not true. You can still overeat when you\u2019re eating healthy options. When it comes to calories, the average woman requires approximately 2,000 calories a day while a man needs approximately 2,500 calories a day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/common-health-questions\/food-and-diet\/what-should-my-daily-intake-of-calories-be\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This number can go up or down depending on factors such as age and lifestyle. To lose weight, it is advisable to cut approximately 500 to 1,000 calories a day (3,500 &#8211; 7,000 calories a week) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/weight-loss\/in-depth\/calories\/art-20048065\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). To determine how many calories you eat a day and track your new intake, download a reputable fitness or calorie app to help you. This should enable you to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olesia-running-5.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Working_Out\"><\/span><b>Start Working Out<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other than eating right and within your recommended calorie intake, the best thing to do is to incorporate workouts into your daily routine. Please note that your exercises should be full-body workouts, not just specific for &#8216;trouble areas\u2019. You cannot just do ab workouts or exercise just your glutes in the hope of getting in shape. Spot exercises or spot reduction don\u2019t work (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/education-and-resources\/lifestyle\/blog\/3629\/myths-and-misconceptions-spot-reduction-and-feeling-the-burn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, try doing compound exercises. These workouts include multi-joint movements that work several muscles or muscle groups at one time. They\u2019re great for anyone who wants to get the most out of a workout session. Compound workouts do this by providing a full-body workout in less time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/which-is-better-compound-or-isolation-exercises-3120718\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some fantastic compound exercises to transform your body in a couple of months include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Squats\"><\/span><b>Squats<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They strengthen your lower body while also engaging and stabilizing your core.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, resting your arms straight down at your sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bracing your core and keeping your back straight, start to push your hips back, bending your knees as if you\u2019re going to sit down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure your knees don\u2019t cave in and when your thighs are parallel to the floor, pause for 2 &#8211; 3 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press through your feet, focusing most of your weight in the heels to stand up to the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/squat-band.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Push-Ups\"><\/span><b>Push-Ups<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These target your shoulders, pectorals, triceps, and core.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get on the floor on all fours, positioning your hands slightly wider than your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your legs back so you\u2019re balanced on your hands and toes. Keep your body in a straight line from head to toe without sagging in the middle or arching your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core by pulling your navel toward your spine. Don\u2019t hold your breath.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale as you slowly bend your elbows and lower yourself until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale as you start contracting your chest muscles and pushing back up through your hands to the start position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/16.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a beginner and this standard push-up is too difficult for you, you can modify it by doing the exercise on your knees instead of straightening out your legs. You could also do an inclined push-up &#8211; perform the same movements above with your hands on a table or bench.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deadlifts\"><\/span><b>Deadlifts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These target the muscles in your hamstrings, glutes, back, and hips.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold two bottles of water in front of you with an overhand grip (your palms should be facing your body).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hinge forward as your hips go back, slight bend in the knees, lowering the dumbbells to just below the knee without allowing your back to round.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-brace-your-core\/\">Brace your core<\/a>, press your hips forward, and lift back to the starting position. Keep your shoulders pulled back and your spine in a neutral position throughout the workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try doing this 10-12 times for one set.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure not to arch your neck or curl your chin into your neck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunges\"><\/span><b>Lunges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunges work out the muscles in your quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and calves.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your upper body straight, with your shoulders back and relaxed, and your chin up (pick a point to stare at in front of you, so you don&#8217;t keep looking down).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to engage your core.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step forward with your right leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle. Make sure your right knee is directly above your ankle, not pushed out too far, and make sure your left knee doesn&#8217;t touch the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push back up to the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform this 10 times before switching to the other leg and repeating the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-4.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overhead_Press\"><\/span><b>Overhead Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This workout is best done with weights &#8211; either dumbbells or a barbell. If you don\u2019t have any of these, you can use water or milk bottles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand upright and keep your back straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a dumbbell in each hand at the shoulders. Your thumbs should be on the inside and knuckles pointing up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the weights above your head in a controlled motion while exhaling. Pause at the top of the motion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return the dumbbells to shoulder height while inhaling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this 10-12 times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exercise primarily works the deltoids and triceps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kettlebell_Swings\"><\/span><b>Kettlebell Swings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They target the muscles in the core, glutes, hamstrings, and lats.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart as you hold a kettlebell in front of your body with both hands, arms straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a slight bend in your knees and a flat back, hinge at your hips and swing the kettlebell back through your legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this momentum to thrust your hips forward to a stand and swing the kettlebell out in front of your body, no higher than shoulder height. Engage your glutes and core as you stand up straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the kettlebell swings out in front of you, your knees should be straight, and your glutes should be contracted in a full hip extension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow the kettlebell to swing back down through your legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_Climbers\"><\/span><b>Mountain Climbers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While these are a great cardio and full-body workout, they mostly target the muscles in your core, shoulders, and quads.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a traditional plank position with your shoulders directly over your hands and wrists.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to keep your back flat and your butt down, maintaining a neutral spine. Don\u2019t curve your back or sag your hips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core and lift up your right knee, bringing it toward your elbow (or as far as you can). Return the right knee back to the starting position as you simultaneously drive your left knee up toward your left elbow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return to the starting position and continue switching legs as you pick up the pace. It should feel as if you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-in-place-exercise\/\">running in place<\/a> in a plank position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/43.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Months_Does_It_Take_to_Transform_Your_Body_by_Swimming\"><\/span><b>How Many Months Does It Take to Transform Your Body by Swimming?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming is a fantastic full-body workout that can be done by almost anyone. People with disabilities, children, the elderly, and even pregnant women can safely swim as a way of incorporating exercise in their daily routines (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/321496\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to burning calories, a dip in the pool is a good idea. Different swimming styles and intensities burn different numbers of calories depending on your weight. Here are the calories you can burn in 30 minutes when swimming (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/diet-and-weight-loss\/calories-burned-in-30-minutes-of-leisure-and-routine-activities\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leisurely &#8211; 180 to 266<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backstroke &#8211; 240 to 355<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breaststroke &#8211; 300 to 444<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vigorous laps or treading &#8211; 300 to 444<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering how many months it will take to transform your body through swimming, this isn\u2019t an exact science. Your body transformation largely depends on what you eat and your workout regimen, in addition to many individual factors such as genetics. However, with a healthy diet and regular intensive swimming, you could start to see results in as little as a month (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/434730-how-long-do-you-have-to-swim-to-lose-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Days_a_Week_Should_You_Work_Out\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-days-a-week-should-you-work-out\/\"><b>How Many Days a Week Should You Work Out?<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people tend to think they need to work out as much as possible in order to achieve their desired results. However, this isn\u2019t true. Going to the gym or doing home workouts seven days a week is not always healthy and could lead to overtraining.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overtraining is when you work out without allowing enough recovery time between sessions. Not only will this hinder your results, it can also lead to other physical and mental problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/education-and-resources\/lifestyle\/blog\/6466\/overtraining-9-signs-of-overtraining-to-look-out-for\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When it comes to how many days a week you should work out, as a beginner, it\u2019s advisable to do some moderately intense cardio 3 days a week. After a while, you can work up to doing cardio 5 to 6 days a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/betterme0711.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calories-burned-lifting-weights-for-30-minutes\/\">lifting weights<\/a>, the same rules apply. However, don\u2019t exercise the same muscle groups two days in a row. If you do a lower-body workout on Monday, switch to upper-body exercises on Tuesday. If you\u2019re doing full-body strength training, make sure to skip a day between your workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your fitness level, you should work out 3 to 5 days a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/exercise-frequency-recommendation-1231215\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Never skip rest days as they allow your muscles to recover and grow and prevent overtraining.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Transform_Your_Strength_Fitness_and_Physique\"><\/span><b>How Long Does It Take to Transform Your Strength, Fitness, and Physique?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you look at yourself in the mirror when you first start working out and eating right, you may see some slight changes in just a few days, but this is mostly due to reduced bloating and loss of water weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/438047-how-long-does-it-take-to-change-your-body-after-working-out\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, when it comes to strength and building muscle, this takes longer. Some say that it may take four to eight weeks to see results, while others believe that changes start to become noticeable after six weeks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/news\/technology\/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-muscle\/ar-BB17SWdI?li=BBnbcA1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/products\/essential-kit?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Many_Months_Does_It_Take_To_Transform_Your_Body\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/EssentialKit7-ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-converter.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_That_Affect_Fitness\"><\/span><b>Factors That Affect Fitness<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several factors that can affect fitness levels in different people, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Age<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Older people often move less, which can lead to a lack of flexibility, reduced muscle mass, and brittle bones. Older people may need to start more slowly, but they will see great results in overall health improvement with increases in physical activity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. People who eat healthy, nutrient-dense foods will perform better at the gym than those who fill up on unhealthy options and empty calories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Illness and Fatigue<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Anyone who is unwell or tired has no business at the gym. It\u2019s better to wait until you\u2019re well and fully rested before you resume training.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drugs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Controlled substances will cause damage to vital organs, which will affect your fitness and performance. They could also lead to death.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gender<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Men are generally stronger than women. This is because women have type I muscle fibers and men have type II fibers. Type II fibers ensure that men have a greater power output, while type I ensure faster recovery (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/509536-muscular-strength-in-women-compared-to-men\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-2.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Accelerate_Your_Results_the_Safe_Way\"><\/span><b>How to Accelerate Your Results the Safe Way<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enrolling at a gym or starting home workouts and improving your diet are two great steps on your fitness journey. However, did you know that there are some things you could do that will help you arrive at your goals faster? They include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/wellness\/fitness\/articles\/how-long-does-it-really-take-to-see-fitness-results\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increase_Your_Protein_Intake\"><\/span><b>Increase Your Protein Intake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many fitness experts tend to drink a protein shake after their workouts. This is because consuming adequate amounts of protein helps you maintain your muscle mass and provides the building blocks for muscle growth, particularly when combined with weight\/strength training.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Enough_Food_for_Your_Goals\"><\/span><b>Eat Enough Food for Your Goals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to lose weight, eat on a calorie deficit, but make sure you don\u2019t under-eat. Under-eating will leave you unable to exercise and will make your body hold on to fat due to a slowing in metabolism. If you want to build muscle, you must increase the number of calories you eat to give yourself enough strength to lift those heavy weights.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lift_More_Weights\"><\/span><b>Lift More Weights<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fitness is not just cardio; strength training is also a major part of it. Combining cardio and weight lifting decreases body fat and builds muscle faster.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_More_HIIT_Workouts\"><\/span><b>Do More HIIT Workouts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-intensity interval training workouts have many benefits, including burning a large number of calories in a short amount of time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/education-and-resources\/lifestyle\/blog\/5073\/8-reasons-hiit-workouts-are-so-effective\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Change_Your_Workout_Routine\"><\/span><b>Change Your Workout Routine\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This should be done every six to 12 weeks. Our bodies tend to get used to repetitive exercises and they stop being as effective after a while.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/flat-tummy-workouts\/\"><i>Your Flat Tummy Workouts Just Got Better With This Guide<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olesia-food.png\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_hours_should_I_spend_at_the_gym_per_day\"><\/span><strong>How many hours should I spend at the gym per day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of hours you spend at the gym depends on your fitness level and desired targets. People find that dedicating around 30 minutes to an hour to the gym boosts their fitness and keeps them active throughout the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_a_summer_body_in_3_months\"><\/span><strong>Can you get a summer body in 3 months?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a summer body in 3 months isn\u2019t easy, but it can be done with a well-rounded plan. This should include a proper diet, a wholesome workout routine, and plenty of discipline. Remember that progress may not always be linear, but small efforts can produce remarkable results. Although 3 months isn\u2019t the ideal length of time for substantial body transformations, you can achieve notable results with sustainable changes in your lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_a_six-pack_in_4_months\"><\/span><strong>Can you get a six-pack in 4 months?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, achieving a six-pack in 4 months is attainable for some people. Core-specific exercises, such as crunches, planks, leg raises, and bicycle crunches, can help strengthen and define your abdominal muscles. Although more than four months may be required to achieve a six-pack, notable progress is possible with dedication and a well-rounded approach to fitness and nutrition.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_months_does_it_take_to_transform_your_body\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many months does it take to transform your body? The answer differs from person to person. Some may start to see changes as soon as a month into their routine, whereas others may have to wait until they\u2019re two to three months into their regimen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your diet and exercise regimen matter a great deal in terms of when and if you\u2019ll see any results. As long as you keep eating healthy and stay on track with your workouts (either at the gym or at home), you\u2019ll see results. However, it\u2019s important to remember that you must always consult a doctor and nutritionist before you change your diet and start a workout regimen.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How many months does it take to transform your body? This is a question many people who are considering working out or have recently started exercising often ask. Many would like to see results within a few short weeks. However, is this physically possible? How long does it take to get in shape? 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