India, Aug. 13 -- Losing weight quickly often tempts people to try crash diets that can be harmful and unsustainable. However, shedding pounds safely and effectively is possible with the right approach. Zack Chug, fitness coach, shares in his August 6 Instagram post some practical tips to help you lose 1.5 kg in just 7 days without resorting to extreme measures. Let's take a look at his recommendations:

This is the number of calories your body burns at rest. Use the formula below:

66.47 + (13.75 x weight in kg) + (5 x height in cm) - (6.75 x age)

655.1 + (9.56 x weight in kg) + (1.85 x height in cm) - (4.68 x age)

1.2 = Sedentary (little or no exercise)

1.55 = Light to moderate exercise (3-5 days/week)

1.725 = Very active (6-7 days/...