Escape the Deficit: Aim for Maintenance

Daily weigh-ins are essential for accurate tracking of progress, requiring multiple weigh-ins to gauge where you stand effectively. The objective should not be to maintain a caloric deficit indefinitely but to return to maintenance levels to mitigate the negative effects of prolonged restriction. Remaining too close to the deficit can lead to inadequate metabolic recovery and persistent unwanted side effects. Additionally, when increasing caloric intake, it’s important not to panic over initial weight fluctuations, as the body needs time to adjust and stabilize to the new intake levels.