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Do you constantly seem to be dieting?Does it feel like you’re doing everything by the book? Yet instead of losing weight you stay the same, or worse still, you’ve gotten heavier.Here are three of the most common reasons weight loss is difficult for you:#1 You eat too muchEating just a small amount more than you need each day will result in a steady weight increase over the years. Consider this - if you were to eat just 100 calories a day more than you require, you’ll end up with weight gain of around 4.7 kg (10 pounds) by the end of the year.What high calorie foods can you remove from your diet?#2 You’re getting older Unfortunately, this is one none of us can avoid! As we get older our metabolism tends to slow down very gradually, particularly once we reach 30. So, if you are above 30 years of age, you should be reducing your calorie intake to maintain your weight pre-30.#3 You don’t exercise enoughMost people don’t move enough – fact. Your aim should be to be physically active for at least 30 minutes 5 or more times each week. This can include housework, walking, gardening, and exercises classes.Being more active has the added benefit of raising your metabolism, and as we age, this will help us to lose, or maintain our weight.Ask yourself: Am I overeating? If you’re not sure, try keeping a food journal – it’s a great incite into how you’re really doing. What can I remove from my diet to save 50 calories? This is very easy to do: you could cut out afternoon biscuits and coffee, and replace with an apple, or cut out the dessert after your evening meal. Am I getting enough exercise? Consider taking up a new activity that you will really enjoy, such as Pilates, golf, tennis, or cycling. |
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