Why You're Not Losing Weight: Fitness Mom's Tips

We all experience times when we aim to lose a bit of weight, but shedding those pounds can be challenging.

Sticking to a plan, being disciplined, and giving up our favorite indulgent foods is tough.

However, a fitness expert has highlighted common mistakes that prevent many people from successfully losing weight.

Shannon Collins, 44, known as The Gym Nurse to her 150,000 Instagram followers, frequently shares fitness tips online.

She is candid about her fitness journey and the effort she has put in to transform her body.

Now, she is offering advice on how others can achieve similar results, and her tips are straightforward. According to Shannon, avoiding common pitfalls is essential for success.

In fitness, people often make simple errors that can "sabotage" their progress. One major mistake is relying solely on motivation to get things done.

Additionally, some people wait for the "perfect time" to start, which often leads to procrastination.

Conversely, expecting dramatic results too quickly and setting unrealistic goals can also be detrimental.

Shannon advises against extreme measures or "quick fixes" if you want sustainable change, and warns that making too many changes at once can backfire.

She also notes that focusing excessively on the scale is a mistake, as progress isn't always reflected by weight.

Weighing less doesn't necessarily mean you're improving, and avoiding weight lifting for fear of getting bulky is counterproductive.

Shannon emphasizes the need to adapt and persevere when challenges arise.

People often fall into these traps, which significantly hinder their progress.

With years of experience as a trainer, Shannon has observed recurring patterns and habits that need to be broken.

Since posting her advice, over 1,100 people have liked it, and many have commented in agreement, praising the advice as "so good."

One commenter noted, "Yes. Consistency is key." Another added, "Whew - this is the tough love I needed today."

A third person shared, "I've made my journey a part of who I am and how it can make me a better person.

You're right, you have to have a positive mindset. Don't make it harder than it needs to be."

Source: gloucestershirelive

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