🏋️‍♂️ Why Your Weight Loss Isn't a Straight Path (And That's Okay!)

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Why Your Weight Loss Isn’t a Straight Path (And That’s Okay!)

Heading into a weight loss, you might think your weight will drop steadily every week. But let me tell you, it's not always that straightforward, especially when you're throwing weight training into the mix.

Look at a graph from one of our clients – it's like a mini rollercoaster, right?

That's because weight loss isn't a straight line; it's full of ups and downs. Here's a heads-up on why that happens:

• Gaining Muscle: When you're lifting weights, you're not just losing fat; you're gaining muscle, which might bump up your weight a bit because muscle is denser than fat.

• Water Weight: Some days, your body holds onto water, especially with changes in your diet and exercise. That can make your weight bounce around from day to day.

• Your Body Adapts: Over time, your body gets used to your routine. Sometimes, your weight loss might slow down, and you'll need to shake things up.

So, what can you do? Here are a few tips:

• Look at the Big Picture: Instead of stressing over daily weight changes, look at your progress over weeks or months.

• Check Other Signs of Progress: It's not all about the scale. How do your clothes fit? What about your measurements or body fat percentage?

• Be Ready to Mix Things Up: Hit a plateau? It might be time to tweak your diet or workout plan.

Remember, weight loss with weight training isn't a clear-cut path. It's more about the overall journey than the day-to-day. Keeping a cool head and staying flexible with your approach will help you overcome the ups and downs. You've got this!

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Interval Training vs. Traditional Training

Understanding Interval Training:  Interval training is a dynamic approach that alternates between high-intensity bursts and brief recovery periods. This method is designed to push your limits and improve both aerobic and anaerobic capacities quickly.

Best For:

• Maximizing calorie burn in a short period.

• Enhancing metabolic rate and fat loss.

• Improving cardiovascular and muscular strength.

• Adding variety to prevent workout boredom.

When to Use Interval Training:

• When you're short on time but want an effective workout.

• If you're aiming to increase your fitness level rapidly.

• To break through plateaus in weight loss or performance.

Understanding Traditional Training: Traditional training, or steady-state training, involves longer sessions of consistent effort. It's the go-to for building endurance and stamina, with a lower risk of injury compared to high-intensity workouts.

Best For:

• Gradually increasing fitness endurance.

• Building muscle

• Athletes preparing for endurance events.

When to Use Traditional Training:

• For foundational fitness building.

• When aiming for specific endurance goals.

• To maintain a steady and manageable workout routine.

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Editor: Michael Pender

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