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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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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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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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A member asked:

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. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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