How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

Losing weight can be difficult at any age, but it can seem especially challenging as you get older. There are a number of reasons for this. Firstly, as you age, your metabolism slows down, making it harder to lose weight. Secondly, you may be less active than when you were younger. Additionally, you may be dealing with cravings and temptations more than ever before.

But don’t despair – there are ways to overcome these challenges and lose weight successfully, even as you get older. In this blog post, we’ll share some of our top tips for how to lose weight when you’re older. By following these tips, you’ll be on your way to reaching your weight loss goals in no time. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

The challenges of losing weight as you get older

Losing weight can be a huge challenge at any age. But for many people, it seems especially difficult once they reach middle age or beyond. This is due, in part, to hormonal and metabolic changes that occur as we get older. Our metabolism naturally slows down over time, making it harder to burn off unwanted calories and fat.

Additionally, our hormones start to shift around as we age. This can contribute to less effective weight-loss efforts and increased food cravings. Other factors, such as reduced physical activity or mental stress levels, can also make it harder to shed pounds.

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How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

It’s important to focus on health rather than aesthetics when it comes to weight-loss tips for seniors. Instead of focusing on a specific number on the scale or a certain clothing size, try to focus on improving your overall health and feeling good in your body. You may also like to read our post all about the amazing health benefits of coffee, including living longer and helping with weight loss.

Additionally, maintaining a healthy diet and incorporating regular exercise into your routine can help promote balanced blood sugar levels and steady metabolic function, making weight loss easier over time. Ultimately, the key is finding what works best for you so that you can develop the right mindset and habits that will lead to sustainable, long-term weight loss.

Tips for how to lose weight when you’re older

Now that we’ve discussed some of the challenges of losing weight as you age, let’s talk about some specific strategies that can help you overcome those challenges and lose weight successfully. The combination of a slower metabolism and losing muscle mass can make it harder to lose weight, even if we are eating the same amount of food as we did when we were younger.

However, there are a few things we can do to help boost our metabolism and lose weight. First, we need to make sure we are getting enough protein. Protein helps to build muscle, and the more muscle we have, the higher our metabolism will be.

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How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

Second, we should focus on getting regular exercise. Exercise not only helps to burn calories, but it also helps to build muscle. Finally, we need to be mindful of the types of food we are eating. Processed foods and sugary drinks can add a lot of empty calories to our diet. To lose weight successfully, it’s important to make healthy choices. Focus on eating whole, unprocessed foods. By following these tips, we can help to boost our metabolism and lose weight, even as we get older.

Tips for staying active as you get older

As you age, it’s important to stay active in order to maintain your health and independence. However, this can be difficult as your body changes and you may experience pain or other limitations. Before starting any new exercise routine, it’s important to talk to your doctor to make sure it’s safe for you. They can help you identify any activities that may be too strenuous or risky for you. Here are a few tips to help you stay active as you get older:

Firstly, take up a low-impact exercise: Walking, swimming, and yoga are all great exercises for seniors. They’re easy on the joints and can be done at a gentle pace. Also, many gyms and fitness centres offer special membership rates for seniors. This can be a great way to access exercise equipment and classes designed specifically for older adults.

How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

Or, alternatively, if joining a gym is not for you, you can stay home and get moving. There are plenty of things you can do without any specialist equipment, such as chair yoga, gardening, or even walking on the spot. It’s also helpful if  you find an activity you enjoy doing, rather than something that feels like a chore. This will make it more likely that you’ll stick with it in the long run.

If you haven’t been active for a while, it’s important to start slowly. Then you can gradually increase the intensity of your activity level. This will help reduce the risk of injury and help your body adjust to the new activity level.

But there is some good news for those who are over 60, when it comes to how many steps you need to do per day. A new study by researchers from the University of Massachusetts, published in Lancet Public Health, found that for the over 60s, the optimum number of steps required to reduce risk of early death is just 6,000. Apparently there is no additional benefit to doing more than 8,000 steps.

How to Deal with Cravings and Temptations

When it comes to losing weight, there is no question that cravings and temptations can pose a major challenge. After all, food is often closely associated with pleasure, comfort, or reward, and it can be difficult to break the habit of associating certain foods with these feelings. However, there are some simple strategies you can use to overcome your cravings and stay on track.

One effective way to deal with cravings is to distract yourself. Instead of fixating on the food you’re trying to avoid, focus on something else. Call a friend, take a walk, or read a book. This will help you to forget about your craving and make it easier to resist.

How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

Another strategy is to plan ahead. If you know you’ll be facing a tempting situation, have a healthy alternative ready. For example, If you often crave sweets after dinner, try having a healthy snack before you sit down to eat. This will help to take the edge off your hunger and make it less likely that you’ll overindulge. By being prepared, you’ll be less likely to give in to temptation.

You should also make sure to have plenty of healthy food options available so that you’re not tempted to reach for unhealthy snacks. This way, rather than feeling out of control due to irresistible cravings, you will feel like you are making conscious choices about your diet in the moment. Finally, remember that cravings are often just a matter of habit. The more you resist them, the easier it will become. With a little effort, you can overcome your cravings and stick to your weight-loss plan.

Strategies for Staying Motivated

There are a number of strategies that can help you to stay motivated and committed to your weight-loss journey. One of the most important things to remember is that there will be highs and lows throughout your journey, and it’s crucial to stay positive during the low points and embrace the victories during the high points. Similarly, it’s important to set small, manageable goals during your journey so that you always have something tangible to work towards.

Weight-Loss Tips For Seniors

Additionally, making a plan for how you will deal with triggers and setbacks ahead of time can help you to stay focused when things get tough or go off-track. Another key strategy is to focus on the long-term benefits instead of focusing on short-term cravings and desires. Even if the thought of giving up foods like chocolate or fried chicken is unbearable right now, remember that every moment of temptation endured is ultimately another step closer to achieving your ultimate weight-loss goal.

The Bottom Line

If you’re looking to lose weight and keep it off as you get older, there are a number of strategies that can help. Some key tips include setting small, manageable goals, making a plan for how you will deal with triggers and setbacks, focusing on the long-term benefits of weight loss instead of short-term cravings, and staying positive throughout your journey. By following these tips, you can help to ensure that you reach your weight-loss goals. And you can maintain a healthy weight in the years to come.

How to Lose Weight When You’re Older

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Registered Stakeholder in NICE – National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

Marion Shirran, as a director of Oxford Therapeutics Limited, is proud to be a registered Stakeholder in NICE – National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

Additionally, she is involved in the government’s All Party Parliamentary Group on Obesity.

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We were proud to be nominated the ‘Most Innovative Obesity Psychological Therapy Service’ in the UK Mental Health Awards 2022.

We also appeared on the This Morning TV show, with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

And, in 2010, we travelled to New York to be interviewed on the Good Morning America TV Show.

We are also co-authors of two, bestselling books, on the topic of non-surgical weight loss, published by Hay House.

Below is a selection of weight-loss tips that everyone can start using straight away. And, if you enroll in the My Weigh Less Course, you will learn many more of our helpful tips and techniques about how to achieve successful, permanent weight loss.

Tip No. 1 – Only Eat When You’re Hungry!

This has to be our number one, golden rule, when it comes to achieving successful weight loss. In our experience, most overweight people eat for many different reasons, other than physical hunger. But, if you allow your emotions to control your eating habits, then it is unlikely that you will be able to control your weight as a result. So, before you reach for anything to eat, stop and ask yourself first if you physically NEED to eat, or you just WANT to…

Tip No. 2 – Use a Smaller Plate!

You’ve probably heard this many times before, but it’s a fact that people who use larger plates tend to eat more food than those who eat from smaller plates. No doubt you know about the power of optical illusions. But are you aware of just how much more generous the same size portion of food appears, when presented on a smaller plate, instead of a larger one? Have a look at the image below. It’s known as the Delboeuf optical illusion. If you stick to our mantra, “always go for quality over quantity”, then you will definitely lose weight much more easily.

Tip No. 3 – Drink a Glass or Two of Water Before Your Meal!

Reduce your calorie intake by over 20%, with almost with no effort! Research results, published by Harvard Medical showed that people who drank two large glasses of water, just before eating, on average, consumed around 20% less food compared with when they didn’t drink anything before they ate. This is possibly as a result of the stretching and fullness sensation in the stomach.

Tip No. 4 – Eat Slowly and Mindfully!

A growing number of studies have consistently found a correlation between speed of eating and weight, so it is officially accepted now that faster eaters are definitely more likely to become overweight. Studies have also shown that people are much more likely to eat more when their eating is mindless, as opposed to mindful. So, make meal times an occasion by sitting down at a table, with no distractions. Then eat slowly and savour every mouthful. You will naturally eat less food and also find it easier to lose weight as a result!

Tip No. 5 – Stay Away From Sugar and Highly Processed Foods!

It’s a fact that sugar and highly processed foods have addictive properties! So much so, that many people find that once they start eating these foods, they literally can’t stop. And, of course, if you’re making such poor food choices, this in turn will make it almost impossible for you to lose weight. So, our advice is to choose healthy, unprocessed foods and limit the amount of sugar you consume. As a result, you will have far more control over how much you eat and also how much weight you can lose.

Tip No. 6 – Eat Your Favourite Foods on the Plate First!

You may not be aware of how important this tip is, but the order in which you eat your food can actually have a big impact on how much you consume! It’s quite common for overweight people to “save the best til last” when eating. In other words they only eat their favourite food right at the end. It’s not so surprising then, that they also tend to eat everything on their plate, regardless of how uncomfortably full they feel. Because, of course, they don’t want to miss out on the “best bit”!

However, our advice is to eat your favourite things first. Not only will you enjoy it more, but it’s also much easier to stop when you’ve eaten just the right amount and leave the rest on the plate.

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You can read a full breakdown of all the components included in the treatment package on the Course Details page. There is also an explanation of the treatment on the Does This Work? page. We look forward to working with you. Additionally, you can read reviews from medical and other professionals on the Medical Endorsement page.

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Click on the link below to listen to our short audio introduction of the weight-loss course.

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Although the weight-loss results and success stories shown on the site are typical, individual results will vary, and are not guaranteed. Weight-loss success depends on each individual’s level of motivation, commitment, food intake and metabolism. Read our full disclaimer in the Terms & Conditions.