I’m a certified health and nutrition coach with an obsession for croissants and muffins and a passion for helping Brides-to-be, MOBs, and Bridesmaids feel beautiful and confident on the special day they're a part of.
We hear about metabolism all the time when health and fitness are discussed… but do we know what it really is? Today, I’m going to break it down for you!
Metabolism is the process that the body uses to convert food into energy.
So, YES in order to lose weight, we need to expend MORE energy than we take in.
BUT…
It is practically impossible to accurately count calories.
Here is why calorie counting alone is faulty:
People are not great at eyeballing calories.
Food labels can have a % of error.
Cooking and preparing foods can alter the calories and nutrients.
Energy burned through digestion varies depending on macronutrients.
The body burns calories in various ways and every person differs.
It is hard to accurately know how many calories we burn when we exercise.
Different forms of exercise have different calorie-burning effects.
Your body burns energy in various ways:
Basal metabolic rate: the energy used to keep you alive
Thermal effect of food: calories used to chew, swallow, churn the stomach, make the acid in the stomach, make the enzymes, etc.
Physical activity: exercise
Movement: everyday activities
Unfortunately, as we age, our resting metabolic rate naturally goes down. I know it sounds obvious, but one thing we need to keep in mind is that every BODY is different. One size doesn’t fit all and there is always more to the story.
Everybody processes, absorbs, and uses food differently… also known as our metabolism.
Plus, the body is really good at maintaining homeostasis. So, if you are not eating a lot of calories, your body will do whatever it takes to not make you move as much.
If you have extra energy, you are more likely to get up and run up the stairs or go do a workout.
Everyone’s body is different. It’s important to learn what YOUR body needs in order for your body to function at its most efficient level.
If you feel like you eat “pretty well” but just can’t seem to get the scale to budge, I invite you to check out my free bridal nutrition guide. I don’t believe in depriving oneself to reach fitness goals and I totally approve of eating delicious carbs like muffins.
Stephanie began her fitness journey of training women in 2014 as a yoga teacher. As a certified personal trainer and certified health coach, she has since grown her bridal fitness programs for women internationally. Stephanie works with brides and helps them look and feel their best for their big day. Her programs are accessible through her app, from fitness to nutrition, all for brides-to-be! Ready to feel confident in your wedding dress? Get the free Bridal Arms Mini Guide!
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