Whoa Nelly... Real talk - have you ever felt like your body is straight-up gaslighting you?

So you’re hitting the gym, eating “healthy” (or at least healthier), and yet the scale refuses to budge. Like, excuse me?? We’re out here sweating like it’s 2004 at a Nelly concert, but where are the results?!

Well, I hate to break it to you, but you might be sabotaging yourself without even realizing it. And no, it’s not just “slow metabolism” or “big-boned energy” (we’re not letting those excuses fly today). It’s time to get real about what’s holding you back—so let’s dive into the top 20 reasons why your fat loss journey feels like dial-up internet (aka slow and frustrating).

Here are 20 common reasons why people struggle to lose weight... again... it's not just "bad genetics".

Nutrition & Diet (#1 reason why)

1. Eating Too Many Calories – Even "healthy" foods can add up if you're not mindful of portion sizes. Be sure you are tracking your nutrition - what you eat and drink. If you want to know how many calories you should be consuming per day, check out this Calorie Calculator.

2. Not Eating Enough Protein – Protein helps with satiety and muscle retention during fat loss. Track your protein each day. You can use an app like MyFitnessPal to track it. It's FREE to use.

3. Consuming Too Many Processed Foods – Highly processed foods can be calorie-dense and easy to overeat.

4. Drinking Too Many Liquid Calories – Soda, juice, alcohol, and fancy sugary coffee drinks can sabotage weight loss.

5. Not Tracking Food Intake – Many people underestimate how much they eat. Again, if you're not assessing, you're just guessing. Stop guessing and start tracking.

6. Eating Out Too Often – Restaurant meals tend to be higher in calories, even "healthy" options.

7. Too Many Cheat Meals – One big weekend binge can undo a week's worth of progress. Yes... you can do awesome for five days and mess up by bingeing on a weekend and destroy a full week of progress.

8. Not Drinking Enough Water – Dehydration can be mistaken for hunger, leading to overeating. Not only drinking enough water, but maybe dehydrating by drinking too much coffee or energy drinks. Stay quenched and hydrated by adding HYDRATED to your water!! (click on picture to read more)

   

Exercise & Activity

9. Not Moving Enough – A sedentary lifestyle can slow metabolism and reduce calorie burn. Hire a fitness coach like Coach Kri to help you with your fitness journey.

10. Relying Only on Exercise – You can’t out-train a bad diet. You can exercise for hours but if you don't have the right mindset and discipline, it's much tougher.

11. Not Doing Strength Training – Muscle burns more calories at rest; only doing cardio can lead to muscle loss. You should be lifting weights every week. YES, everyone needs to lift weights. It doesn't mean you have to squat 500 lbs or Bench press 300 lbs. Hire a Coach to help you design a fitness program that works with your schedule.

12. Overestimating Calorie Burn from Workouts – Many people think they burn more calories than they actually do. Those "smart watches" aren't very smart. Don't trust them to tell you how many calories you burn. Those gyms that have you looking at a TV monitor and telling you how many calories you're burning, aren't telling you the truth.

Hormones & Metabolism

13. Not Sleeping Enough – Poor sleep increases hunger hormones and cravings. Get at least 6 hours of sleep per night. By taking the CALM peptides, these help with giving you a great night's sleep plus helps your muscles recover and burns fat while you sleep.

14. Too Much Stress – High cortisol levels can lead to fat storage, especially around the midsection. The CALM peptides also help with keeping you chill. If you are feeling scatter brained from lack of focus and need help, the FOCUSED peptides are great to help you get projects done quick!

15. Hormonal Imbalances – Thyroid issues, insulin resistance, or PCOS can make fat loss more difficult. This is more important for females but great for men too. The FIT peptides help with hormonal imbalances and also with muscle recovery and muscle growth.

16. Aging & Slower Metabolism – As we age, metabolism slows, requiring dietary and activity adjustments. Again, the FIT peptides can truly help you look younger and feel younger.

Mindset & Habits (Mindset Matters Most)

17. Lack of Consistency – Many people give up too soon or bounce between different diets. Before you have consistency, you have to get started.

18. Not Having a Plan – Without a structured plan, it's easy to fall off track. Hire a Coach to help you create a path and a plan so you can be successful.

19. Emotional Eating – Stress, boredom, or sadness can lead to overeating. The LEAN peptides can help with reduced cravings and helps you to burn fat and build muscle at the same time.

20. Not Having Enough Patience – Weight loss is a slow process, and quick fixes rarely work long-term. It takes time. You didn't get to where you're currently at from eating one bad meal, or even 3 months of bad meals and no exercise. So you have to have patience and trust the process.

Now that you know what’s holding you back, it’s time to fix it. No more mystery, no more confusion - just a clear path to getting lean, strong, and feeling like your best self. If you’re tired of second-guessing your weight loss journey, let’s chat.

** Text me directly to my cell phone 816-754-6692 with the word NELLY, and let’s get you results that actually stick! We can set up a time to chat via Zoom and figure out a plan that will work for you.

We can start out with a 3 month plan, 6 month plan, or if you're serious serious, a full 12-month plan where we work together online, WITH Me.

(Side note: I promise I won’t make you cut out all the fun foods. I'm about balance, not punishment.)