Is there a biological explanation, or am I just unlucky? The answer is multifaceted, a physical activity expert told Live Science. Any post-workout weight gain is most likely the combination of a few factors, but crucially, it doesn't mean you should give up on exercise. "People don't...
There are some medical conditions that can drive weight gain and make it much harder to lose weight. These include hypothyroidism, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), andsleep apnea. Certain medications can also make weight loss harder — or even cause weight gain. Why am I not losing weight ...
Something more could be going on if you haven't changed your eating and exercise habits and are still gaining weight fast. Possible causes include anxiety and depression, hormonal disorders, insomnia, and certain medications. Carrying extra pounds isn't necessarily a problem, but it could signal ...
Finally, you get to chill on the sofa after work with your beloved instead of sweating through Pilates! It’s important to realize that gaining some weight during such big life transitions is natural, says Markey. Often long-term relationships go hand in hand with body-changing events such ...
After menopause, women’s estrogen levels decrease which also slows down their metabolism. I am sure you have heard of the dieting plateau. People lose weight at a great pace and then suddenly it stops. This has to do with the metabolism slowing down. Let me explain it to you. When you...
Now, I don’t believe that gaining five pounds is a big deal and I think that some people overreact to small amounts of weight gain. That said, when you start gaining more and more dress sizes, it needs to be discussed and tracked. ...
And the cut between normal weight and overweight had shifted in 1998 from 27 to 25. Then and there the % of obese people changed overnight without anyone gaining an ounce. And why the change? You might think it’s based on research or something more tangible. I will have to disappoin...
Coach Matt explains exactly why in this video on gaining muscle while losing fat:We also cover this in a very in-depth manner in our “Can I Lose Weight and Build Muscle?” guide –which is one giant Harry Potter allegory that you’ll love – but I’ll share the basics right here....
Why patients with hypothyroidism are gaining weight? Why does age have an effect on BMR? a. We tend to lose muscle mass as we age. This gives us a higher percentage of fat which burns more energy than muscle. b. We tend to lose muscle mass as we age. This gives us a higher percen...
A common idea that I relate to folks is that hating yourself or your life is not a prerequisite for change. So, for instance, you can decide to go to the gym more often because you’d like to run a 5k this year or you could go to the gym more to avoid gaining more weight. The...