Many strive to achieve the ideal weight for themselves, using diets, calculation tables, sports. Why exactly this figure? Why with such a diet? Few will answer. And all because the ideal weight is surrounded by myths imposed on us by those around us. It’s time to calm down and finally stop believing that …
… the ideal weight is calculated from the body mass index
The BMI formula is based on your height to weight ratio. But we all have a different body structure, problem areas, muscle mass and heredity. The mass index is just a recommendation, the BMI is very average, and therefore, when striving to achieve it, you should take into account your comfort and your capabilities.
… Ideal weight = dietary restriction
All kinds of diets, which are based not on recalculating the consumed carbohydrates, fats and proteins, but on restricting, reducing the calorie content of the diet, inevitably lead to a decrease in muscle mass – a person loses it before body fat; to dehydration, as well as psychological discomfort. Therefore, cutting calories should be gradual and not fall below 1500-1800 calories for women and an average of about 2000 for men. Plus, regular physical activity and the ability to accept yourself as anyone will give you a harmonious idea of your own weight.
… striving for less weight is the path to health
Of course, heavy weight and obesity can cause a lot of health problems, up to and including death. But too little weight, and even more so a fanatical striving for it and dissatisfaction with the achieved result – these are both new symptoms and psychological disorders.
… with age, the ideal weight can no longer be reached
With each passing year, our body wears out, metabolism slows down, the hormonal system malfunctions – all this affects the desire to achieve the desired weight. But if you take into account age-related changes and regulate your lifestyle according to them, adhere to a diet, then there are no problems with weight loss.
… after giving birth at ideal weight, you can give up
Carrying a baby, childbirth, breastfeeding is a huge load on a woman’s body, global hormonal changes, moreover, like a swing – then one way or the other. But sooner or later, the body finally tunes in to its previous functioning, hormonal storms subside and you can again engage in building your body, starting from desires and a sense of comfort. Proper nutrition and properly selected physical exercises always lead to the desired result.