If you’re looking to lose weight, then you may do things to move you in the right direction.
Like including more exercise…
Or changing what you eat.
And this will work…but after a period of time, it may stop working.
So you may cut calories in order to get the scale moving in the right direction again.
But is this the right approach?
Sadly, it may not be. Yes, taking in fewer calories will help you lose weight in theory…
But cutting them too low may actually have the opposite effect.
You see, your body is very good at monitoring how many calories you’re eating and burning.
Eat too many calories, and it stores the excess as fat.
Eat too little…and your body rebels. It may send signals to your brain to stimulate your appetite and encourage you to eat.
If you’re able to prevent your hunger and cravings from derailing your weight loss…
Your body may slow things down—especially your metabolism–making it harder to burn stubborn fat and lose weight.
And…
When your calories are too low, your body tends to conserve fat and burn muscle for energy—leading to a slower metabolism and higher body fat levels.
This is why it’s so important to maintain the right amount of calories to continue to fuel your weight loss.
Anything less than 1200-1500 calories may not be enough to fuel your activity, and the different metabolic processes going on inside your body.
If you’re looking to lose weight…and you think cutting your calories even lower than they already are will work…there’s a good chance you’re going to be frustrated with your results.
Instead of tracking the amount of calories you eat, always include a lean protein, an easily digestible carb, and some healthy fats with each meal.
This will help you maintain a healthy calorie level—therefore encouraging more fat loss—and keeping cravings and hunger feelings away.
If you’re lost or confused on how to get started with a healthier eating plan, feel free to reply back to this email, and we will gladly set up a time to help guide you through the process.
Your friend and trainer,
Paul F Sweatt
Train Smart. Train Hard. Train Safe. Train to Sweatt.