By Odishatv Bureau
Sweating and shedding are all one wants. But sometimes even if one is committed to workouts cuts back on junk and follows every health tip fails to burn those extra kilos.
If this sounds familiar youre not alone. Many people struggle with weight loss despite their best efforts. Here are five common mistakes that could be sabotaging your progress
1. Not Eating Enough or Skipping Meals
While it may seem logical to drastically cut calories doing so can actually backfire. When you consistently eat too little your body enters lsquosurvival modersquo slowing down your metabolism and holding on to fat. Skipping meals also increases the chance of overeating later.
2. Overestimating Calories Burned
Many people overestimate how many calories they burn during exercise. A 30-minute jog doesnrsquot give you license to indulge in a 500-calorie dessert. Be mindful use a fitness tracker or consult a trainer to get accurate numbers.
3. Neglecting Strength Training
Cardio burns calories but strength training builds muscle and more muscle means a higher resting metabolism. If your routine lacks resistance exercises you may be missing out on long-term fat-burning benefits.
4. Hidden Calories in lsquoHealthyrsquo Foods
Not all health-labeled foods are your allies. Smoothies granola bars and diet snacks often come loaded with hidden sugars fats or oversized portions. Always read the label and practice portion control.
5. Inconsistent Sleep and High Stress
Poor sleep and chronic stress disrupt hormones that control appetite and metabolism such as cortisol and ghrelin. Even with diet and exercise in place irregular sleep patterns can severely hinder your weight loss journey.
Losing weight isnrsquot just about working hard rather working smart. Assessing these common pitfalls could be the breakthrough your fitness journey needs.