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Weight loss plateaus: Causes, conquering, and changing your strategy

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Metabolic Adaptation

Calorie restriction slows metabolism, causing weight reduction plateaus. Survival instinct.

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Lack of Calorie Deficit

Losing weight requires a calorie deficit. If the calorie deficit disappears, plateaus might develop.

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Muscle Gain

Since muscle weighs more than fat, resistance training can cause weight reduction plateaus. 

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Inadequate Nutrition

Poor nutrition or excessively low-calorie diets can delay weight reduction and induce plateaus. 

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Lack of Physical Activity

Insufficient activity may cause weight loss plateaus. Exercise maintains muscle mass and metabolism.

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Inaccurate Calorie Tracking

Weight loss may be slowed by underestimating calories or portions. Track calories using a food journal.

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Psychological Factors

Stress, motivation, and unreasonable expectations can cause weight reduction plateaus. 

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