Breaking Through the Weight Loss Plateau: Why it happens and how to overcome it
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Breaking Through the Weight Loss Plateau: Why it happens and how to overcome it

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Beating a weight loss plateau may feel that you are encountering a brick wall on a road you have traveled so diligently. You have made an effort, seen the scale sink and then suddenly – progress is stopped. The good news? You are not alone, and this is a solid challenge. Understanding the causes of plateaus and implementation of targeted strategies can help you regain momentum.

Why do weight loss plates occur?

The body is extremely adaptable. As you reduce calorie intake and increase activity, your metabolism slows down to save energy, making additional weight loss more difficult. Psychological factors, food choices, exercise patterns, lifestyle habits and a naturally slow metabolism can all contribute to this frustrating stable.

Five important reasons for plateaus and how to overcome them

Psychological obstacles

Weight loss is not just a physical journey; It is deeply bound to our feelings and ways of thinking. Fear of change, negative self -talk and limiting beliefs often hold people back.

What to do:

  • Tackle the fear tied to your current weight. Seek support if needed to pack past traumas that can affect your trip.
  • Replace negative thoughts by strengthening confirmations such as “I can achieve my goals.”
  • Visualize your success daily. Imagine achieving your desired weight and living your healthiest life.

Eating the wrong food

Food that is marketed as “healthy” is often wolves in sheep’s clothing. Alternatives such as chickpea paste, oat milk or cauliflower pizza crust can be calorie and nutritional time if consumed excessively.

What to do:

  • Choose whole, unprocessed foods such as animal proteins, fish, eggs and vegetables.
  • Diversifying protein sources in addition to beans and nuts to ensure adequate nutrition. Beans, cheese and nuts, are not good sources of protein!

Inconsistent training

Doing the same workout or exercising sporadically may not be enough to push past a plateau.

What to do:

  • Incorporate strength training, high -intensity interval training (HIIT) and flexibility exercises.
  • Remain consistent. The purpose of moving regularly throughout the week, not just when it is convenient.

Lifestyle factors

Elements such as poor sleep, unauthorized stress or even some medications can track weight loss efforts.

What to do:

  • Prioritize sleep-7-9 hours per night helps regulate hunger hormones and metabolism.
  • Use stress -reducing techniques such as meditation, yoga or journaling.
  • Discuss your medicines with a health care provider if you suspect they can hinder your progress.

Slow metabolism and habits

When you lose weight, your body burns fewer calories and old habits can crawl back unnoticed.

What to do:

  • Consider reverse slimming – gradually increase calories to increase metabolism without regaining fat.
  • Keep a food diary to identify sneak habits such as extra snacks or incorrect portion sizes.
  • Seek guidance from a business coach or weight loss specialist for new perspectives and strategies.

Continue forward

The journey through a weight loss plateau is not just about figures on the scale – it is about building resilience. Use this moment as an opportunity to rethink, re -focus and resume your goals. Remember that the plateaus are a sign that your body is adjusting, not that you have failed.

With the right strategies and ways of thinking you can break through and continue on your way to success. Continue – you are closer than you think.

Ashley Lucas has a doctorate in sports and chronic illness. She is also a registered dietitian nutritionist. She is the founder and owner of PHD weight loss and nutrition and offers weight management and health services in the four corners. She can be reached at 764-4133.

Website https://drenews.diycanadavisa.ca

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