When it comes to weight loss/improvements in body composition, we have all heard the phrase- “Calories in vs Calories out.” Basically, this suggests that in order to lose weight/improve body composition you have to take in less calories than you burn.
Yes, this is accurate.
However, weight loss can be complicated and there are other variables that can impact your caloric expenditure. I will spend the next several weeks diving into some of the most common struggles I see with clients and how to address them thru nutrition and exercise.
Factors that can influence weight loss:
- Stress hormones (stress= food, exercise, meds, career, etc)
- Sleep
- Blood sugar/insulin
- Digestion + gut health
- Sex Hormones
- Thyroid
- Calories in- over or under-estimates of what one is consuming. ie: Do you over-eat portions without realizing it because you’ve never tracked foods before?
- Calories out- over or under-estimates of what one is expending. ie: Do you crush it as the gym for 1 hour a day and then you’re sedentary the other 23 hours in the day?
- Mode of exercise- strength training vs cardio
- Amount of lean body mass
Do you struggle (or suspect you struggle) with any of these issues? Stay tuned for my blog next week as I dive into more detail on these factors.
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Do you struggle with losing weight or making improvements in your body composition? Hit REPLY and let’s talk. We can set up a FREE Discovery Call to discuss your goals. I use an approach that integrates tracking macros + addressing underlying problems that impact results.
Fuel your dreams!
Coach Abby
Registered Dietitian Nutrition Coach & Personal Trainer
