There are many hurdles for individuals to overcome on a weight loss journey, from keeping consistent to remaining motivated.
A slimmer took to YouTube to share how he has already lost 1st 9lb in the first eight weeks of 2025, an average of nearly 3lb a week.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, SideQuestNoRest, the weight loss enthusiast put his success down to four principles: trusting the science behind slimming, not comparing himself to others, maintaining long-term consistency and finding strategies that worked for him.
The slimmer advised: "Trust the science. I eat 500 calories below maintenance and calculate my metabolic rate.
Only use social media for tips and advice, advised the YouTuber
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"These are proven tools to do the maths in how much you need to be eating and how much training you should be undertaking.
"I would always estimate what I was eating, and now I can see that I may have been too generous with my guesses during my weight loss experience."
The slimmer also saw results when he stopped comparing himself to others. He said: "I think we have all been guilty of this, especially in the age of social media. But the first rule I set for myself throughout my journey was not to compare myself to anyone else."
Comparing yourself to someone else can demotivate you and draw your focus away from the progress you are making.
The content creator said: "They say comparison is the thief of joy and the only person I am competing with or comparing myself to is the person I was yesterday.
"The moment you start comparing yourself to someone else, especially someone you see on the internet, is the moment you start to take away from your own accomplishments."
The slimmer advised only using social media for tips and advice when losing weight. It should be a tool to help you, not hinder your journey.
Consistency is arguably the biggest challenge people have to overcome when losing weight.
The slimmer said: "Understand that this is not a short-term fix. This has been the single biggest shift in my mentality on this journey.
"There is no quick fix or end date. This will require hard work and slowly improving yourself day after day."
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If your workouts are enjoyable, you will feel more motivated to do them
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Having a good balance of exercise and diet is also key to losing weight. The expert stressed the importance of working out what works for you and committing to a routine you enjoy.
Finally, the slimmer recommended making your training fun on a weight loss journey, as this helps to stimulate your mind and encourages you to work out.
The YouTuber concluded: "Whether you are training for a specific purpose or just want to start making a healthier change, include things that bring you joy in your workouts."
Individuals struggling with their weight should always consult their GP before making any major lifestyle changes.
