Why weight loss feels slow and why that’s normal
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News1815-02-2026, 14:49

Why Most People Quit Weight Loss: The Silent Struggle Before Visible Results

  • Fitness expert Sumit Dubey highlights impatience as the main reason people give up on weight loss, not ignorance.
  • The 'silent stretch' between effort and visible reward is where most people quit, believing nothing is working.
  • Social media's 'fast transformation' narratives create unrealistic expectations, leading to discouragement during natural plateaus.
  • Human brains are wired for immediate gratification, making sustained effort for delayed fitness benefits challenging.
  • Redefining 'results' to include 'quiet victories' like better sleep or finishing a workout helps maintain motivation and builds momentum.

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