Are you scheduled to go on a trip where you'll have to put on a bathing suit or are you desperately trying to fit into a bridesmaid dress before your friend's big day? If you want to achieve permanent weight loss, long term gradual weight loss through diet and exercise is the best option. However, if you need to look slim and only have a week to do it, there are some guidelines you can follow. Read on for tips and tricks on how to get skinny in a week.