Plateau weight is a stage where our body resists reducing any further, our metabolism slows down. Even the fittest of the fit often find it difficult to lose those extra kilos. But why does it happen? We are putting 100% of the effort be it exercise, diet control, rest but we still don’t lose weight.
A plateau stage comes when body stops losing weight and gets use to a certain routine like eating habits, same exercise every day. Hormones can also play an important role in not getting rid of those excess kilos. Sometimes we don’t lose weight because the body is gaining muscle, the weight remains the same but there is visible inch loss. Sleep deprivation can be another factor for not losing weight or plateau weight. I think many of you can relate with me now. It is very important to break the monotony or bring a change to your routine. Here are 10 ways to get rid of your stubborn weight:
1. Play smart with your workout:
We need to trick our body by changing our fitness routine because our body gets use to the same routine and stops responding. There should be rotation in your workout pattern. Do a high intensity workout or try interval training. One can also even increase their cardiovascular exercise for few weeks for achieving that target weight.
2. Change your diet:
The day you are working more eat more and the days you are lazy eat less. Always eat a variety of healthy food items. It is also very important to get all the nutrients you need. Focus on your calorie intake. Eat lot of fiber. Drink plenty of water. Reduce your salt intake
3. Concentrate on building strength:
Don’t skip weight training. It tones muscle, strengthen bones, improves muscle endurance, makes you strong and agile, improves posture. The more muscle mass you have, the more calories you will burn while resting. It also makes you look lean and toned.
4. Join a sport or any other outdoor activity:
Please leave the gym aside for some time. Participate in activities like badminton, tennis, cricket, boxing, rock climbing. Our bodies are smart and they also need new challenges.
5. Let it go:
Leave your diet, workout for few days and go on a holiday. Rejuvenate yourself and come back with a bang. Take a break from the same routine all day long.
6. Sleep well:
If you are not sleeping well, you are not living well. Sleep deprivation is a barrier for you to not to lose weight anymore. It also releases stress hormones which can increase your weight further.
7. Remain active throughout the day:
Take the stairs and not the elevator, clean your house or wash your car. This will also for sure burn extra calories.
8. Take rest:
If the body is not getting enough rest, it also gets hostile towards your weight loss goal. Rest days allow your body to repair and help build your muscles.
9. Stay away from stress:
Stress and fatigue can be one of the culprits that you are not losing weight. Stress weakens your metabolic system and elevates your cortisol level which increases your appetite which further leads to weight gain.
10. Increase your protein intake:
Protein is the most important nutrient. Its is boost your metabolism and also burns more calories, even while you are sleeping. It also reduces your calorie intake.
If you look fine then how does the scale matters? Ask yourself – Are you obsessed with scale? Just chill and relax. We all are unique so don’t get carried away with your weight loss goals. Get realistic and just don’t give up.
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