Reader Fitness Challenge 2013 - Week 1
Here's an article about weight loss myths. There is so much information out there, how do you now what's true. This weight loss article will help you sort out 5 common myths. 5 Common Weight Loss Myths
You can just exercise it off. While it’s possible for some of us with a fast enough metabolism or the right workout routine to burn more calories than we eat, it’s often not sustainable. Nor is exercise-only weight loss a good indicator you’re getting the nutrition you need long term to sustain and maintain a healthy life. Sure, you might be able to work off a diet of burgers, fries and shakes, but you might still die of a heart attack.Skipping meals is a great way to lose weight. Skipping meals not only nutritionally starves your body and brain; it slows your metabolism down, which actually makes it harder to lose weight.The scale and BMI (body mass index) are accurate ways to monitor if you are at a healthy weight. Neither the scale nor BMI take into account some pretty important characteristics unique to you, such as your gender or your body frame (ex. do you have a small, medium or large frame for your height) or how much of your weight is fat versus muscle.A pill, lotion or drink will take the weight off permanently. The weight didn’t magically come on; taking it off permanently and safely takes lifestyle education and change. It doesn’t have to be hard or expensive, but it does take change.Losing more than about ½ pound a week is about all that’s healthy and sustainable for weight loss over time. While Vitela whole-heartedly supports anything that is working for you, we support a doctor-recommended clinical food program where clients lose an average of 8-22 pounds monthly. Especially for those folks who have a lot of weight to lose, staying on track at only ½ pound loss per week is challenging for most of us.**articles on this blog are for discussion purposes only. Please consult your doctor when seeking medical advice.
Remember to leave a comment about the article or an encouraging message for others on their weight loss journey.
You can just exercise it off. While it’s possible for some of us with a fast enough metabolism or the right workout routine to burn more calories than we eat, it’s often not sustainable. Nor is exercise-only weight loss a good indicator you’re getting the nutrition you need long term to sustain and maintain a healthy life. Sure, you might be able to work off a diet of burgers, fries and shakes, but you might still die of a heart attack.Skipping meals is a great way to lose weight. Skipping meals not only nutritionally starves your body and brain; it slows your metabolism down, which actually makes it harder to lose weight.The scale and BMI (body mass index) are accurate ways to monitor if you are at a healthy weight. Neither the scale nor BMI take into account some pretty important characteristics unique to you, such as your gender or your body frame (ex. do you have a small, medium or large frame for your height) or how much of your weight is fat versus muscle.A pill, lotion or drink will take the weight off permanently. The weight didn’t magically come on; taking it off permanently and safely takes lifestyle education and change. It doesn’t have to be hard or expensive, but it does take change.Losing more than about ½ pound a week is about all that’s healthy and sustainable for weight loss over time. While Vitela whole-heartedly supports anything that is working for you, we support a doctor-recommended clinical food program where clients lose an average of 8-22 pounds monthly. Especially for those folks who have a lot of weight to lose, staying on track at only ½ pound loss per week is challenging for most of us.**articles on this blog are for discussion purposes only. Please consult your doctor when seeking medical advice. Remember to leave a comment about the article or an encouraging message for others on their weight loss journey.
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