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The rich get richer and the poor get poorer

  • Losing initial weight can create positive momentum, making dieting easier over time.
  • The leaner you are, the more favorable your hormonal balance becomes for muscle building and fat burning.
  • Lower body fat results in decreased production of aromatase enzyme, leading to less conversion of testosterone to estrogen.
  • Inflammation is needed for the body to adapt and improve from exercise, but chronic inflammation from obesity is harmful.
  • Being leaner reduces chronic inflammation, aiding the body to better respond to exercise and making it easier to lose weight.
  • Chronic obesity-induced inflammation increases the risk of diseases and creates more fat cells, making it harder to lose weight.
  • Maintaining muscle mass through strength training and adequate protein intake prevents significant drops in metabolic rate during dieting.
  • Consistent weight training and proper nutrition can help preserve muscle mass and metabolism while losing weight.
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