The 5 biggest weight loss mistakes
These are the 5 biggest weight loss mistakes I commonly see that can be part of the weight loss resistance puzzle
Not Understanding That Excess Weight is a Health Issue – Being at a healthy weight is crucial to health and wellbeing. Excess weight is associated with chronic disease risk, in part because it's inflammatory, and inflammation is involved in most disease. Healthy weight loss is about prioritising changes that promote not only weight loss but improve metabolic and cardiovascular health, and even longevity
Eating Chemicals & Not Nutrients – Processed foods contain artificial additives, preservatives, sweeteners and synthetic ingredients that provide no nutrition. This can leave the body malnourished of essential vitamins, minerals and other nutrients crucial for health and weight management, and even lead to weight gain due to ongoing hunger
Doing the Wrong Type of Exercise – Relying solely on cardio or low-intensity exercise may not yield good weight loss results. Incorporating a combination of strength training and short bursts of HIIT can maximize calorie burn, improve metabolism and build lean muscle mass, which is important for sustainable weight loss and health. N02 exercises may also help
Not Factoring in Age and Hormones – Age-related changes and hormonal fluctuations can significantly impact metabolism, appetite regulation and body composition. Ignoring these can hinder weight loss. Assessing hormonal imbalances, address underlying thyroid issues, and tailoring lifestyle strategies to individual needs can optimise outcomes, particularly for women around menopause
Not Prioritizing Good Sleep – Sleep plays a vital role in regulating appetite hormones, metabolism, energy expenditure and overall health. Chronic sleep deprivation or poor sleep quality can disrupt these, leading to increased hunger, cravings for high-calorie foods, decreased energy expenditure and impaired weight loss. Apart from good sleep hygiene, you may need some guidance on this