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Not Losing Weight? 5 Real Reasons Why (That Have Nothing to Do with Willpower)

  • Writer: GB1
    GB1
  • Jun 18
  • 2 min read

Stuck on the scale, feeling frustrated, and wondering why all your hard work isn’t showing up as weight loss?

You’re not alone.


Let’s get real: Sometimes it’s not about willpower or effort. There are legit reasons your weight might be holding steady — and most of them don’t get talked about enough.


1. Your Body is Holding Onto Water (Seriously)

Hormones, stress, salt intake — all these can cause water retention. This can mask fat loss and make the scale seem stuck. So if you’re feeling bloated or puffy, that could be why.


2. Muscle Gain is Hiding Fat Loss

If you’ve started strength training or being more active, you might be building muscle while losing fat. Muscle weighs more than fat but takes up less space — so you might look leaner without the scale moving much.


3. You’re Underestimating Calories In (It Happens!)

Sometimes our brains play tricks and we underestimate how much we eat. Tracking your meals for a few days can help you spot hidden calories — think sauces, snacks, and drinks.


4. You’re Not Getting Enough Rest or Managing Stress

Lack of sleep and chronic stress raise cortisol levels, which can make losing weight tougher. Your body holds on to fat as a survival mechanism.


5. Your Body is Adapting

When you lose weight, your metabolism can slow down. Your body becomes more efficient and burns fewer calories, making further loss harder.

Getting ready to make progress on themselves
Getting ready to make progress on themselves

So, What Can You Do?

  • Focus on non-scale victories like energy, strength, and mood (remember Non-Scale Victories That Matter)

  • Be patient with your progress — it’s not all linear

  • Prioritise sleep and stress management

  • Keep moving and lifting weights (it really helps!) - Read here

  • Track food honestly and mindfully


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