Show Notes
Feeling like your metabolism is “broken” can be frustrating, especially when you’re eating well and exercising but not seeing the results you expect. In this episode, Tedi Glik, RD, MPH, breaks down three common factors that can make sustainable weight loss more challenging—and what you can do about them.
In This Episode We Will Explore:
- How fad diets are working against you: Aggressive calorie restriction can increase hunger and cravings and make long-term weight management more difficult. - Why sleep is essential: Poor sleep can affect hunger, cravings, movement, recovery, and your ability to stick with healthy habits. - How to protect your muscle: The importance of focusing on preserving as much lean muscle as possible. - Looking beyond the scale: How body composition can provide a more meaningful picture of your progress than body weight alone.
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