Calorie counting is one of the WORST ways to lose weight.

 
Weight loss coach expert
 
 

Last week, I was talking to a client and we were looking at her food diary in My Fitness Pal.

Her weight had plateaued the past few weeks after a few weeks of consistently losing, so we decided to track her nutrition to see what’s going on.

By looking at her calories ONLY, she was eating around 1500-1600 cals a day. Based on her exercise routine, she was definitely burning more calories than she was eating… So, why wasn’t she losing weight?!

It’s because weight loss is SO MUCH MORE than simply calories in and calories out. YES, you must be in a calorie deficit to lose weight, but THE FOOD you eat (where you get your nutrients from) is KEY to your success.

You see, ALL foods are made up of macronutrients — proteins, fats, and carbohydrates (which includes sugar). Everyone’s body is unique, so YOUR body processes proteins, fats, and carbs in a very different way than MY body.

Looking closer at her diary, it was EASY for me to spot that her fat and sugar intake was OFF THE CHARTS for HER age, weight, and body type. On the other hand, her protein intake was WAY too low for HER body.

You and your body deserves MORE than simply counting calories.

Know someone who is a calorie counting QUEEN who isn’t getting results and NEEDS to hear this message?! Comment below.

Sarah Pelc Graca

A seasoned professional in the field of nutrition and fitness, with a successful coaching track record spanning almost a decade. With a focus on helping her clients create foundational nutrition habits, an empowered mindset, and accountability, Sarah and the SWS team have guided over 350 clients towards sustainable weight loss while still allowing them to enjoy their favorite foods.

Recognized as a top weight loss coach by Yahoo! News and featured in prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal and Forbes, Sarah has established herself as a reputable health and fitness expert. She is also the lead instructor at Cyclebar Northville, a boutique indoor cycling studio in Michigan.

https://strongwithsarah.com/about-me
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