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

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LET'S START

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Metabolic Adaptation

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Lack of Calorie Deficit

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Muscle Gain

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Inadequate Nutrition

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Lack of Physical Activity

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Inaccurate Calorie Tracking

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Psychological Factors

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5 Spiciest Dishes

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