Avoid a Weight Loss Plateau by Unlocking Your Potential

Even though you continue to consume the same number of calories that helped you lose weight, your metabolism may work against you to slow the rate of weight loss. When you reach a weight loss plateau, you will no longer lose weight despite strict adherence to the diet and exercise routine you’re following. At this point, it is time for a change. If you were losing weight but the trend suddenly stopped, check to see if you’ve substituted empty calories for similar amounts of calories that provided more nutritional value. Added consumption of alcohol or sugary treats can land you on a plateau. When you reduce calorie consumption too much, you will see huge benefits early on. However, as your body adapts to a lack of food, it may slow the burning of stored fat.

• Watch What You Eat & Drink - Noticing where extra calories are actually coming from is major step in making better choices about what you eat and drink. Being aware of what you consume can keep you on the right track.
• Get a Good Night’s Sleep - Adjust your schedule to go to bed earlier. A good night’s sleep will recharge your battery and when you are awake for longer, you are more prone to get the midnight munchies.
• Consume More Fiber - Menu plans based on whole, natural foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans support a longer life expectancy and the lowest rates of chronic disease.
• Keep Your Eyes on the Prize - Nighttime is the witching hour for people trying to lose weight. Most people eat fattening foods when they are the least hungry.

If losing weight was easy, then everyone could look thin; but most of us have to overcome personal roadblocks to lose excess weight and keep it off for good. Your weight loss journey needs solutions that are personalized for your specific needs. MRC’s personalized weight loss plan can be custom tailored to achieve the results you are seeking. If you are following a one-size-fits-all weight loss program, chances are your efforts have fallen short of your goal. That’s because what works for one person may not work for you. Since MRC’s weight loss plans are personalized for you, we can individualize your menus based on your body’s specific needs to help you lose weight while following a journey created just for you.