I Don’t Seem to be Losing Weight…
This bulletin contains a bit of encouragement to explain an initial lack of weight loss but also some straight talking about why you may not be reaching your goals!
The theory behind weight loss is a relatively simple one – expend more calories than you consume and you’ll lose weight! Sounds simple enough but we all know it doesn’t always work out that way.
If you are a relative new comer to exercise or have had a break from physical
activity for whatever reason, during the first few weeks the muscles will be
physically adapting to the new level of activity, whether that is cardiovascular
or resistance. The same volume of muscle weighs about four times as much as fat
does, meaning the same weight of tissue takes up only a quarter of the space.
This offers an explanation as to why it is possible to lose inches but with a
minimal weight loss.
After the initial
phase of building up strength and stamina in the muscles you will also be in a
position to physically do more work
as you are fitter and stronger
than before. If weight loss continues to be a problem then you have to ask
yourself some straight forward questions, as something is not quite right in
your weight loss equation.
Am I eating too much? The answer
is more than likely yes, analyse
it by keeping a food diary for a couple of days. You’ll be amazed what we
eat and drink that doesn’t register as calories in. For example if you relax
your habits during the weekend, that is nearly 30% of the entire week!
Am I doing enough exercise / activity?
The answer is more than likely no,
the people who I have seen have the fastest and most efficient weight loss, are
doing some form of activity in varying levels of intensity about 5 or 6 times a
week. For example, two or three runs, two cardio / weights sessions and a long
walk!
There are some word document downloads on the website, under ‘Useful Info’
if you would like to keep records of what you do. As always, let me know if you
any questions.
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