The Best Tips For Maintaining Your Weight Loss

Reaching your weight loss goal is a milestone worth celebrating. Studies show that about 60% of Australians want to lose weight. If you’ve done so, congratulations!. But now it’s time to switch up your strategy to make sure that you maintain your new body. Maintaining your weight loss requires a much different approach than losing weight. In some cases, it can be harder to keep the weight off. However, that doesn’t mean it’s entirely impossible, and you shouldn’t feel bad if you are struggling. Weight fluctuations are completely normal. So, how can you prevent gaining those extra kilos you have worked so hard to lose? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you get started.

1. Calorie tracking

Health Food Eating

With your new weight loss, the chances are that you are very familiar with calorie tracking or have been for some time. But now that you’ve reached your weight loss goal, it doesn’t mean you need to stop watching your calorie intake. A maintenance diet means that you still have to be cautious about what you consume. Calorie tracking helps you give more structure to how you eat and how to plan your meals. It also helps you make better food choices and opt for foods rich in nutrients and avoid those that lack nutritional value.

You don’t have to track your calorie intake every single day. That’s too cumbersome, especially if you’ve developed a well-thought-out meal plan. But it’s important to do so, especially when introducing a new meal or changing your current diet. Nonetheless, it’s one of the most effective ways to ensure consistency and hold yourself accountable.

2. Continue to exercise

Just because you’ve reached your weight loss goal doesn’t mean you have to stop exercising. By staying active, you can keep your weight under control even when you fluctuate because you will burn calories and channel your energy into something beneficial. When it comes to how long you must exercise to help you maintain your new weight, some experts recommend thirty minutes to an hour per day. You must also consider what type of exercise works best for you and how to include it in your diet.

Some exercise experts recommend taking up weightlifting to help you maintain weight, especially because it helps you develop and strengthen your muscles. Plus, muscle-building boosts your metabolism and gives you a lean, shredded look if you wish. Don’t cancel your gym subscription just yet! Now’s the perfect time to show off your achievement in some stylish women’s activewear.

3. Find a support system

When it comes to your health and your weight loss, it’s good to have a network that provides support to inspire you. Ensure that you surround yourself with people who give positive energy and are rooting for you to be healthier and stay on track. It could be a workout friend, a gym buddy, or finding a group of like-minded individuals who share the same goals as you. You must also support others in your network and inspire them to reach their weight loss goals just like you’ve done. You will be more likely to stick to your new lifestyle and maintain your weight more effectively by having a support system.

4. Weigh yourself periodically

Sometimes, it’s difficult to determine whether you are truly maintaining your weight, especially if you are not weighing yourself regularly. That doesn’t mean you have to obsessively check your weight every day, but it helps you track your progress. Aside from that, you should also pay attention to how healthy you feel and if your clothes fit. You can also take videos or photos of your progress to help motivate you and show you how far you’ve come.

5. Drink more water

Mineral Water

The Australian Dietary Guidelines recommend drinking plenty of water and list how much water to drink depending on your gender, age, lifestyle, and other factors. Women over 19 years must drink about 2.1 litres (about 8 cups) of water daily. When it comes to maintaining your weight, drinking water is extremely important. It eliminates the need for you to consume other drinks that are calorie-dense. It also helps control your appetite.

None of these tips works in silos. Instead, you can add them to your diet and exercise routine for the best results. It would be best if you also remembered to be patient with yourself as you figured out the best plan for yourself. After all, you are looking for the best long-term health goals. Good luck!

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