If you are planning on losing some weight as you start the new year off, then no matter how much you want to lose, it can be tough. It can take time, patience, and perseverance to get to the goal that you have.
You might feel like you are doing everything in the right way but then being left baffled when you don’t see the results that you are looking for.
In fact, there could be some things that you are doing that could actually be hindering your weight loss. There is a wealth of information out there, so here are some of the common mistakes that people make when they are trying to lose weight, and what you can do about them.
Only Focusing on What The Scales Say
It makes sense to be able to measure your progress in one way or another. And for most people that will be measured against what their bathroom scales are saying. But really, that isn’t always the best thing for you.
Look at those alongside measurements and how your clothes are fitting you, for example. It can be a mistake to only look at scales, especially if you are working out as well as eating well.
Not Doing Your Research
When it comes to losing weight, there are some tried and tested methods that will work. But you need to do your research to see what is going to be best for you.
There are many different things that can work, but there can be things that work better for some people depending on things like blood pressure, insulin resistance, and activity levels. There are sites online like The Diet Dynamo where you could start your research as there are reviews of different diet plans.
But whatever you choose to do, just make sure that you’re choosing a method of weight loss that is going to be productive for you and your body and actually help to show you results.
Avoiding Resistance Training
A lot of people (women in particular) can be put off by the idea of resistance training. They feel they are just going to end up looking bulky rather than the slim look that they are going for.
But the truth of the matter is that performing resistance training can actually be incredibly important when you are looking to lose weight or change your shape. Gaining muscle is one of the most effective ways to raise your metabolic rate and increases metabolism.
And if you’re not sure what that means, it is how your body burns calories just doing everyday things, as well as how it processes food.
That means that you can burn more calories just sat there when you have more muscles than before. Resistance training can also help you to get the shape that you want to as it can help to shred the fat.
What are some common misconceptions or mistakes that you’re aware of when it comes to exercise? It would be great to hear what you think.
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Sanya
- January 7, 2019
