Article: ROAD TO FITNESS; DON'T FORGET TO CUT CALORIE INTAKE AS YOU LOSE WEIGHT

Losing weight can be a difficult and frustrating process. Often, when starting an exercise or diet program, there will be good initial results, but then weight loss seems to fluctuate, slow down or stop altogether.

This `plateau' or sticking point is the time when most people throw in the towel, feeling as if their hard work and effort are no longer paying off. The truth is, there are many reasons why this can happen, so don't assume it is the result of failure on your part.

If you know what to look for, you can avoid needless stress and worry about your progress. Here are some of the most common reasons why weight loss can slow down or stop:

* People often forget to recalculate the number ...

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