TOP 3 MOST COMMON MISTAKES FOR FAT LOSS

We've all been there before, we look to drop a few lbs of body fat and we of do well in the first few weeks but come to a sudden halt. What causes these plateaus and what are the most common mistakes we make for fat loss?

1) NOT TRACKING FOOD INTAKE CORRECTLY

If you are not tracking food intake, you are guesstimating the amount of food you are eating. This uncertainty means that you are leaving your fat loss goals up to a degree of chance because once you plateau, you don't know exactly what to adjust. Eat less? but how much less? You won't know the answer to those questions unless you track your intake accurately. 

2) NOT EATING THE RIGHT RATIO OF MACROS

Our calories are made up of protein, carbohydrates and fats. Even if we eat the right amount of calories for fat loss, we could be doing ourselves a disadvantage by not eating the right ratio of macros. Aim for 40% protein, 40% carb and 20% fat. Most people under eat their protein requirements which means they can't recover effectively!

3) EATING TOO LITTLE!

Yes you read right, if you starve yourself and eat too little straight away, you will plateau quicker. Your body is smart and will your metabolism will adapt to that amount of food. Although progress at the beginning will be quicker, it will inevitably come to a screeching halt if you go more aggressive. To bypass this, make sure you are only in a 2-300 calorie deficit and adjust only when you plateau. 

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