30 Seconds SummaryStop rushing your weight loss!
- Rapid weight loss may cause muscle loss, increased injury risk, and lead to a 'skinny fat' appearance.
- Losing weight too quickly can result in psychological burnout, increasing the likelihood of binge eating and weight regain.
- Maintaining a slower pace in weight loss enhances the chances of long-term success and sustainable habits.
- Focusing on daily behaviors and weekly achievements, rather than the final goal, helps keep motivation high and progress steady.
- Scientific evidence suggests that losing less than 1% of body weight per week leads to more sustained weight loss.
- Regular weigh-ins and calculating weekly average weights help in understanding true weight loss pace, accounting for normal fluctuations.
- Adopting a patient approach to weight loss, especially in challenging circumstances, promotes ongoing progress and reduces frustration.
- Celebrating small victories and maintaining a positive outlook significantly boost morale and future success in weight management.
Renaissance Periodization
Melissa Davis, PhD
