Fitness coach shares 5 tips to 'stay on track with fat loss when life gets busy': Track less, plan more
'How to stay on track with fat loss when life gets busy. Let's be honest, life isn't going to slow down. So, the key is learning how to stay consistent through the chaos,' she wrote. Here are 5 tips she suggested:
Plan your weight loss meals in advance.(Shutterstock)
1. Lower your expectations, not your standards
Some days it's not the perfect workout or 10/10 nutrition.
It's a 20-min walk, a high-protein wrap, and water. That still counts.
2. Have go-to meals ready
Keep 2–3 quick meals in rotation you can make without thinking.
(E.g. protein toast + eggs, stir-fry, high-protein pasta bowl)
3. Stop aiming for perfect
Missing 1 workout or eating a slice of cake isn't a failure.
What you do next matters way more than what just happened.
4. Track less, plan more
When time is tight, following a meal plan takes decision fatigue off your plate.
5. Remind yourself why you started
You don't need motivation every day — you need a reason to keep showing up.
In an earlier interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Jaison Paul Sharma, MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine) - consultant diabetologist at Sharma Hospital in Garhdiwala suggested, 'Focus on whole, unprocessed, fibre-rich foods while reducing intake of ultra-processed carbohydrates and sugary beverages.' he also added that sleep is an underrated weight loss habit which should be taken more seriously. 'Sleep is another powerful metabolic lever; poor sleep raises ghrelin and cortisol levels, promoting fat gain. Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep per night,' he added. Also read | Woman who dropped 11 kg shares 6 'unpopular' weight loss hacks: Don't cut out any food, stop cheat days
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
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