Can’t seem to get rid of stubborn fats? Tips & tricks to a toned body

Struggling with stubborn fat and dreaming of a more toned body?

If you have heard of the classic line of “fitting your clothes like a glove”, you’ll think of what it truly means to be confident and self-assured in your skin. While it’s common to have some days where you feel more self-conscious of your body, what happens if it is an issue that you’re dealing with regularly? Although weight gain could be related to a multitude of reasons like stress and hormonal changes, don’t be too quick to beat yourself up about it as there are different ways to achieve a leaner body.

Why am I gaining weight?

You may think that weight gain is largely due to laziness or a lack of willpower, but that is not all true. It could be related to underlying reasons that you did not even think could lead to packing some pounds:

Take a look at your lifestyle
Do you have a habit of working till the wee hours of the morning? If you’re not sleeping, chances are, you’ll be more likely to indulge in late-night snacking or suppers. Lack of sleep might cause you to pile on the pounds due to biochemical changes in your body. When sleep-deprived, you may feel hungrier or end up feeling less full after eating.

Feeling stressed out?
Cortisol, also known as the “stress hormone”, will increase in our body when we’re feeling stressed out and lead to an increase in our appetite. Coupled with our tendency to reach out for comfort food when we’re feeling stressed, it makes for the perfect opportunity for weight gain.

Aging
For every birthday that you celebrate, it brings about an undeniable change – your basal resting metabolism, which is the rate your body burns the energy you take from food while at rest, slows down. As you age, you could also be less active and tire easily, leading to your body losing muscle mass that burns calories more efficiently than fat. Even if you’re eating the same amount of food as when you were younger, your body is no longer burning it off as effectively like it did in your 20s.

How do I beat the pounds I’ve gained to achieve a toned body?

If you’re feeling vexed about the weight you’ve gained, it’s time to figure out ways to get you started on losing that extra weight and get one step closer to your aesthetic goals. Here are some tips you can consider to kickstart your weight loss journey:

Try intermittent fasting
A popular method of weight loss in the past few years, intermittent fasting is a pattern of eating that involves regular short-term fasts and consuming meals within a shorter period during the day. Several studies have shown that short-term intermittent fasting of up to 24 weeks led to weight loss in overweight individuals. Be sure to research the various methods like alternate day fasting, the 5:2 diet, and the 16/8 method that would best suit your daily schedule.

Tracking your daily intake and exercise
While counting calories has often gotten a bad reputation, it can be very helpful to know if you’re hitting your goals on this weight loss journey. To do so, you should be aware of what you’ve consumed for the day by logging every single item into a journal or online food tracker apps. It’s also important to get moving with a variety of exercises like HIIT, cardio, and strength training that can help increase your basal metabolic rate with time. Similarly, you should log it into your journal to see if your routine is working.

Mindful eating
An aspect of mindfulness, mindful eating is a practice where you pay attention to how, when, and where you eat your food. This can enable you to enjoy the food and maintain a healthy weight as you’re aware of the process of consuming food. Many people lead busy lives and often eat without focusing on the food in front of them, which can lead to overeating.

When practicing mindful eating, it’s important to eat slowly, taking your time to chew and savor the food as it gives your brain enough time to recognize the signals of being full. Your choice of food also matters – choose healthier options packed with nutrients and cut back on sugar or carbohydrates for a balanced diet. Lastly, portion out your food to ensure you won’t overeat beyond the amount you should be consuming daily.

Tweak your lifestyle
Beyond just your diet, your sleeping habits are equally important in ensuring that your weight loss plan is working! Numerous reports have shown that getting less than 5 hours of sleep daily can lead to an increased incidence of obesity.

Why is that so? Insufficient or poor-quality sleep slows down the process in which your body converts calories to energy, otherwise known as your metabolism rate. When it is less effective, your body may store this unused energy as fat. Aside from that, it can also lead to increased insulin and cortisol production which prompts fat storage. The duration of your sleep cycle can also affect the regulation of appetite-controlling hormones like leptin that sends signals to the brain that you’re full.

Lastly, learn to keep calm and stress-free by cultivating healthy habits like spending time outdoors, meditation and breathing techniques.

truSculpt iD: The next evolution for a toned body

If you’ve been trying your best with all the above methods but can’t seem to get rid of some areas of stubborn fat, it is time to consider alternative options to achieve your aesthetic goals and achieve the toned body you’ve always wanted. Thankfully, due to technological advances, the medical aesthetic industry has seen rapid growth in recent years on the different types of body sculpting procedures available.

While some body sculpting machines only focus on targeting areas of fat, the truSculpt iD is a machine like no other. Tailor-made to your body like customized apparel, the truSculpt iD is the latest body sculpting treatment solution that delivers clinically proven results.

How does it work?
Using innovative radiofrequency technology, it selectively targets fat and therapeutically heats it until the fat cells are destroyed before being eliminated naturally through your body. truSculpt iD treatment can be easily customized due to its sleek, safe, and smart design – incorporating 6 panels that can be attached to areas of concern to tailor your treatment effectively. As such, every individual’s treatment can be uniquely different from another.

Typically described as a hot stone massage, you will feel your skin’s temperature rising during the treatment. You can rest assured that it will remain comfortable throughout the session, with even and consistent results. As an FDA-approved treatment, clinical studies have shown that it can permanently eliminate an average of 24% of stubborn fat in selected areas like your tummy.

How long is the treatment and is there any downtime?
In just 15 minutes, multiple areas of the body can be treated. Maximum results may be visible in just 12 weeks. In some cases, additional sessions may be required to achieve the personalized goals you desire.

You can get on with your day almost immediately with little to no side effects. Most patients will experience a little warmth around the treatment area that will go away in an hour and mild sensitivity to touch for a few days.

What are the areas that can be targeted?
If you have pesky areas of fat on your upper arms, inner and outer thighs, abdomen, back, and buttocks that do not seem to go away, the truSculpt iD is perfect for you. The targeted areas will show improvement in shape and definition – allowing you to wear your favorite apparel with confidence.

We’ve all been through phases where we’re frustrated with our body, and this procedure may be just the solution for you. With the truSculpt iD, body definition can now be easily achieved in areas that have been resistant to all the diets and exercises that you’ve tried! That being said, an individual must also tweak their diet and lifestyle to ensure maximum effectiveness of the treatment. If you’re concerned or require clarification for the process of the treatment, it’s always good to check in with the clinic to better understand the procedure before you book in for your first session.

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