Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: July 15, 2016, 6:11 PM
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It took around six months to lose an inch on your waist but you are back to your original size? Most of us might have had the same experience when trying to lose weight. The on and off weight loss and weight gain cycle is quite common. But what could be the cause? Well, here’s what Celebrity fitness trainer Samir Jaura, Mumbai has to say about weight cycling.
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You are what you eat. The phrase holds true not just for weight loss but also for weight gain. While complex carbohydrates and proteins are a must if you are planning to lose weight, stay away from eating junk food and overeating, which is a common mistake. As most people do not have a proper diet plan as they do while losing weight, they tend to put on weight after they have reached their weight loss goal.
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Drinking loads of tea or coffee. Remember that moderation is the key when it comes to lose weight and hence, drinking more than two cups of green tea or coffee sabotages your weight loss goals by leading to water retention and bloating you up.
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Not just eating right, even snacking on starch-laden foods like burger or pizza during office hours or can lead to weight gain. Unlike the popular belief that eating less or skipping meals can help you lose weight, it makes your super hungry causing you to eat more than required, which leads to weight gain.
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You don’t have to renew your gym membership to get back to your fitness routine. Instead of sitting for long hours try to lead an active lifestyle as it improves your metabolic rate and helps in maintaining your weight. It could be exercising at home or joining a dance class to burn calories. However, if you swear by working out in the gym to lose weight, then do not ditch your gym routine after you get in shape.
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Parties are fun and the best way to reward yourself post weight loss, but remember that boozing quite often can harm your waistline. It also slows down your metabolic rate, lowering your ability to burn calories and aiding in weight gain. Party smart but stay away from booze, especially if you are working out, says Samir.
