4 Reasons Why You're Not Losing Weight
Losing weight can be frustrating, especially when you think you're eating and doing all the right things. But sometimes it's the little things that can really add up and prevent you from shedding those unwanted pounds.
Here are 4 reasons why you may not be losing weight:
You're mindlessly snacking While fruits and veggies are better than potato chips, excess is still excess -- and you can easily (and mindlessly) nibble away a lot of calories when you're not paying attention! Try portioning out your snacks or do what I do: brush your teeth! There is something about brushing my teeth that silences my fake "bored" hunger signals.
You're misjudging portion sizes Portion size can be tricky, especially when dining out at a restaurant. They want you to eat more so you leave feeling full and satisfied, which results in you eating more food (and calories!). Luckily with the meal plans, the serving sizes are already calculated so you're eating the right amount. And don't let the amount of food fool you! The meal plans are based off the principle of caloric density, which means more food and fewer calories.
You're drinking your calories Soda, fancy coffee drinks, fruit juice, energy drinks, and booze are some of the worst drinks for your body -- not to mention sneaky calorie bombs! For healthier alternatives, see this post -- and don't forget to drink water!
You're exercising Exercise is great, but it's not required for weight loss. Diet (or WHAT you're eating) is far more important than exercising! It also requires more of a juggling act than if you try to lose based on diet alone. When I was a personal trainer, my clients brought exercise back in once they achieved a desired weight/body fat loss, and they were willing to stop calorie restriction.
The meal plans take out all the guess work and I'm thrilled to have so many success stories.
For those looking to lose weight, stick to the meal plan as close as possible and choose the lower fat options!