How to Get the Most From a Low Calorie Diet

We all want to look our best, and for many of us that means being slimmer than we are right now.

Looking great at class reunions, family weddings, or even parties by the pool are strong motivators for quick weight loss. Quite often it’s these special occasions that entice us to try to shed away as many pounds as possible in the least amount of time. But unfortunately there’s a problem with that thinking!

So before putting on that new outfit (or bathing suit) for your next special occasion, here’s a great strategy for losing weight and looking great. And it’s a strategy will make sure you won’t rob your body of all its muscle in the process.

First, don’t cut out too many of your calories. Many people think that dropping their calories to 800 or so each day is the answer, but they couldn’t be more wrong. With so few calories you body starts to preserve its fat.  And more than likely the weight you drop will come from water or muscle loss.

You need to realize that on a crash (low calorie) diet, each pound you lose too quickly generally contains more lean tissue and less body fat, and you want to keep those parts around.  Plus, crash dieting will slow your weight loss down, as you won’t have enough food to fuel your body, and your body will compensate by lowering its metabolism and burn calories much slower.

After all, don’t you want to feel as good as you look? That’s why it’s important to remember that when you eat too few calories, you’ll not only burn less fat, but end up with less energy too.

A steady diet of moderate calories is a better way to preserve your hard earned muscle, while getting enough energy to burn more fat.

When you lose body fat at a moderate pace, you'll maintain your strength and stamina as well as your healthy glow. Healthy, well-nourished bodies look better, so rather than slashing too many calories, just take it slow and diet smarter.

There is a far better way to approach weight loss than crash dieting.
For those interested in learning more, we can certainly help. With our PersonalDiets plan, we start by determining your energy needs so you maximize your loss of fat and preserve your lean tissue.

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