LOSE WEIGHT

CRUCIAL MISTAKES PEOPLE MAKE WHEN TRYING TO LOSE WEIGHT

The crucial mistakes people make when trying to lose weight and how to fix them/make their dieting journey easier.

Here are some common crucial mistakes people make when losing weight and their remedies for fast weight reduction;

Engaging in cardio exercises while skipping weight lifting or strength gaining activities;

Most people tend to do cardio exercises for weight loss as they believe that strength gaining or weight lifting activities can increase total weight. Contrary to this misconception, engaging in strength gaining or weight lifting activities has proven to boost metabolism, aid in the growth and build-up of muscles, and increase fat burning as more calories are used. To effectively and quickly lose weight, you recommend mixing both cardio and strength gaining exercises.

Cutting on protein and fiber intake

Limiting consumption of foods high in fiber and proteins can inhibit weight reduction. Eating more foods high in protein and fiber can suppress hunger feelings, increase satiety, speed up metabolism, increase muscle mass, and reduce calorie intake, supporting weight loss. I suggest you eat diets high in protein and fiber, giving foods such as quinoa, oats, whole grains, chicken, lentils, soy products, and tofu.

Skipping or avoiding meals

One of the most common mistakes that hinder weight loss. People think that skipping meals can help them cut down on their calorie intake. However, avoiding any meal can deprive the body of essential nutrients, increase hunger feelings, trigger cravings for high fat, carb, or sugar foods, slow body metabolism, and delay weight loss. To lose weight quickly, I advise you to eat healthy meals in small portions when hungry and stay hydrated.

Barbara Santini

Barbara is a freelance writer and a sex and relationships adviser at Dimepiece LA and Peaches and Screams. Barbara is involved in various educational initiatives aimed at making sex advice more accessible to everyone and breaking stigmas around sex across various cultural communities. In her spare time, Barbara enjoys trawling through vintage markets in Brick Lane, exploring new places, painting and reading.

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