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In the last 5 months, i have successfully lost 38lbs, but i have recently hit a plateau. i have a fitbit, so i track my calories to maintain a 1000 calorie deficit and a very active lifestyle. im not sure why i cannot seem to lose any more weight. ?
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Weight loss: Are you doing an strength training? If you build more muscle, you will burn more calories - even if at rest. If this is not part of your fitness routine - consider adding that.
Answered 8/10/2020
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