Tuesday Tip: I can’t lose fat …. 😱
I hear this a lot – people over 35 or so tell me that they can’t lose fat/weight , or build muscle etc because they’re older. They blame it on their age or hormones or their metabolism slowing down. It hasn’t. This probably isn’t what you want to hear but…. What’s actually changed:
⁃ they’ve become more sedentary
⁃ they drink alcohol weekly
⁃ they eat calorie dense foods
It’s not your metabolism, it’s your habits!
While there can be certain hormone imbalances that can affect energy expenditure through changes to BMR these are medical issues and can be corrected (eg thyroid proneness). The reality is that most people don’t suffer from any sort of medical issue, and whilst there are some changes in metabolic rate as we age they’re relatively insignificant. The reality is people want an excuse that doesn’t involve their own choices.
You can build muscle at any age. You can lose fat at any age. The research actually shows that your metabolism doesn’t slow significantly until around age 70 (yes this includes every phase of menopause) and that’s also likely because most people become less spontaneously active.
Be honest with yourself.
Are you getting enough sleep? Are you exercising consistently? Are you being diligent with your nutrition? Are you being consistent with all those? Are you overeating and drinking every weekend?
As much as we don’t want to hear it the responsibility and ownership is actually quite freeing – it means YOU have the power to change. You’re not ‘doomed’ just because you’ve reached a certain stage of life. Stop giving up your power. YOU have the power to change things
Start taking a look at those daily habits and stop blaming your age or metabolism. Try to get more sleep, stick to a calorie budget, reduce the alcohol and get as active as possible and do it consistently- for months,
The hack is your lifestyle
Enjoy 🤗
Xx
Every Step Fitness 