
When you get older your metabolism slows down, which is why you will gain weight even if you haven't change your eating habits.
I don't think you should go on a "diet" if it means reducing food intake only and only until you reach a certain goal weight. However, you could go on a diet if it means a permanent lifestyle-change.
See your doctor first. Your physician might be able to shed some light on your weight gain.
Problems that we didn't experience earlier in life have a way of rearing their ugly heads when we least expect them to. Rather than assume overeating, age or lack of fitness as the problem, engage in meaningful dialogue with your medical professional to at least ensure that problems are not due to medical issues which might require prompt attention.
I agree with Kristen - lets find out what you're eating first.
I've lost count of the number of clients who arrive in my clinic, announce that they eat a really healthy diet but.....and go on to describe their symptoms. Upon further questioning, it turns out that what they thought was a healthy diet actually wasn't
Also Jamie's suggestion is a good one, your doctor's clinic is a good place to start any investigation around your health.
Hi Mike,
Not to pile on, but it would really help to know what is your definition of "an average guy, with your average gut... and healthy food"
We are all blessed with different body chemistry. My brother had a 6-pack until his early 30s (without trying) and then suddenly things changed.
Me, I have always been a "husky" guy. Keeping off the pounds requires effort.
If you could give us and idea of what a typical day of eating is for you, it would really help.
In my experience, losing weight is largely a mental or emotional issue. Most dieters know what to eat. They know they need to take physical exercise. It's the emotional side of dieting they have difficulty with. That's why I include tons of motivation help and a fantastic support forum in my weight loss program. Because if I can help you improve your motivation to lose weight, the rest is easy.
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Posted by Michael P.
I'm just your average guy, with your average gut... but its not like i eat unhealthy food... i don't understand why i'm gaining weight... would going on a strict diet helP?