Why you keep losing and gaining weight: Expert explains the truth about sustainable fat loss

The cycle of losing and gaining weight; many people feel they are trapped in this cycle. They lose weight, then gain it back and start over. This cycle relies on the simple belief that if you eat less and work out more, you will lose weight. Although it seems like it should work on the surface, it fails to work in the long run because it does not understand how the body really works.

Why a “Calorie Deficit Only” Approach Doesn’t Work: It may be effective to reduce food intake and do more exercise, but it is not going to fix the bigger picture. The human body is not a mathematical equation. Hormones, stress, sleep, and metabolism all play a crucial role in your fat loss journey. Even with daily efforts, you may find it difficult to lose weight because of high cortisol levels, insulin resistance, or a slow metabolism.

The Problem With Scale Obsession: A scale can weigh an object, but it cannot tell you what is happening inside the body. It won't get you anywhere fast on the way to losing weight or being healthier. Rather, if all you do is weigh yourself, you will find yourself making poor choices and complaining at yourself unnecessarily.

Discipline Isn’t Always Work: Despite appearances, irregular results are not always indicative of lack of discipline. You’re working hard and doing everything you can to lose weight, but sometimes you don’t achieve your goals. The problem is that you’re not achieving because you don’t have a personalised approach. All the hard work and dedication may seem pointless if you don’t know what your body needs.

The Secret to Sustainable Results in Wight Loss: Listening to your body is the key to lasting weight loss. Aside from losing weight, you will experience more energy, better sleep, less stress, and overall better health. Once the body gets going, you will notice changes such as a softer chest and fewer inches shed.

No Single Plan Fits Everyone: Nobody is the same, and no body is the same. Understanding how your body works, needs, and reacts is the key to lasting success. Instead of chasing numbers, gain a better understanding of yourself.

(Rahul Kamra, Keto Coach and Founder of Ketorets)