A top Google search this year was: How To Lose Weight Fast.
Been there. I'll never forget tugging on my too-tight jeans. After winning the battle of getting the pants up, I'd leave them unbuttoned as I did lunges and squats to "warm up" and stretch them out. Then I'd crouch on my bathroom counter to apply makeup to continue pleading with the seams to cooperate. Finally, I'd lie on the bed to flatten my stomach so I could get the zipper up.
So if you have wondered How To Lose Weight Fast, my desperation can relate perfectly.
Well, what's the freaking ANSWER, right?
Let's shift how we think about our fat-loss journey. We've all seen quick-fix diets and plans that promise fast results. My guess is you've done diets in the past. They did not work, correct? They didn't work for me either. It's tempting to want instant changes, but what research consistently shows is that SUSTAINABLE, gradual weight loss is the REAL key to long-term success.
>> Here’s why:
#1 Preserving Lean Muscle:
When we lose weight too quickly, we risk losing lean muscle along with fat, which can slow down our metabolism over time. Slower, steady weight loss allows the body to burn fat while maintaining that precious muscle mass that keeps our metabolism running efficiently.
#2 Healthy Habits, Not Restriction:
When we focus on sustainability, we’re more likely to build habits that last a lifetime rather than jumping from one extreme plan to another. Studies show that extreme dieting often leads to regaining the lost weight—and sometimes more—because it’s not built on realistic, long-term changes.
#3 Improved Mental Health:
Slow and steady progress gives you time to adjust to your new lifestyle without feeling overwhelmed or deprived. It’s less stressful on both your body and mind, and you’ll feel more empowered as you accomplish your goals in a manageable, balanced way.
#4 Better Hormonal Balance:
Our bodies need time to adjust when we make changes to our eating and exercise routines. Rapid weight loss can sometimes throw our hormones out of balance, which can lead to all sorts of challenges. A slower, more measured approach helps regulate things like insulin, cortisol, and hunger hormones, making weight loss easier to maintain.
Remember, weight loss is not a race. What matters most is that you build a lifestyle that works for you and feels good over the long term. That’s where real, lasting success comes from.
Sustainability over Speed.
In a few days, I'm opening the doors to our new 6-week program that is all about sustainable fat loss (which is actually the goal, not weight loss). You'll have everyday guidance on how to ENJOY the process of getting in shape and on track. Nothing radical or extreme. Just lifetime results. Be on the lookout for my next email!
Deb
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