26/11/2022
Is your weekend your weak-end?
1. Food. The weekend comes around, and you plan to stay within your calorie allowance. Then suddenly, you are many hundred calories over on Saturday and Sunday due to the food, bringing you back to your calorie maintenance or surplus, meaning that fat/weight loss will not happen.
Mindset can play a huge part. Being sometimes able to say no at parties etc., can be challenging but worth it.
2. Alcohol. Excessive drinking can lead to weight gain, poor recovery and stop lean muscle growth.
Another area is "empty calories," which means the calories from drinks have zero to little nutritional value or benefits that would boost your progress.
3. Sleep. Have you ever gone out for a party, gotten to bed too late, and felt this jet lag feeling for a few days? Everyone knows how important sleep is for recovery and progress.
Tiredness could cause food cravings which will be harmful to your progress if giving in to these cravings. Also, lack of sleep will raise cortisol levels, a stress hormone that is very much connected with fat gain.
On the reverse side, if you think two full days in bed will benefit you, think again. Too much sleep could take you out of that routine you have created, making you feel sluggish and tired when Monday comes, hindering training and productivity.
Sure, feel free to enjoy your weekend! But don't forget the hard work you did earlier this week and the goals you've set.
Learn how to make treats fit into your diet without overindulging or making your food exciting in other ways so you will stay on track more easily.
