So you've worked out hardcore for a month and haven't seen progress or you've seen lot of progress over the last 3 months and now it seems like you're sliding backwards. What can you do? It's frustrating I know, but there are some pointers that should get you back on track.
For the group that is just getting started -
I have some hard news. It can take up to 6 to 8 weeks to start seeing results on the scale. If you are just starting a strength routine, the muscle you are building can keep it your weight loss from showing on the scale. It can take up to 2 months to start to see the pounds come off. But once you reach that point, you will start to see the weight fall off.
You may also want to take a look at your diet. Are you eating things that can undo everything you are working so hard to get? What do your weekends look like? If you are eating "healthy" all week to then splurge on the weekends it can ruin your week's work. Try and stick with a cheat meal not day. Everyone's body is different but you are going to have to sacrifice some things to get into the shape you want. Think about your goal when you are tempted to cheat on your diet or workout plan. No sacrifice...no victory.
For the second group who has stopped seeing improvement -
The solution is simple. Change up your routine. If you are lifting heavy, go light. If you're lifting light, go heavy. If you've been circuit training change it up, or take a break and slow it down. I like to change things up every 3 or 4 weeks. Sometimes I even try something totally different in the middle of the week. Just to keep my body guessing.
Achieving and maintaining your target weight can be a challenge but with persistent hard work you can get there! Stick it out!
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