{"id":1882,"date":"2025-01-22T15:07:11","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T14:07:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entwicklung.janikamerz.de\/en\/?p=1882"},"modified":"2025-05-20T21:05:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T19:05:09","slug":"why-not-losing-weight-is-not-a-setback-%e2%9a%96%ef%b8%8f-shaf-coaching-newsletter-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/why-not-losing-weight-is-not-a-setback-%e2%9a%96%ef%b8%8f-shaf-coaching-newsletter-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Not Losing Weight Is NOT a Setback \u2696\ufe0f  &#8211; SHAF Coaching Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"<table cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" bgcolor=\"#C3B3A2\" style=\"width:100%;margin:0 auto;background-color:#C3B3A2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div class=\"ck-section\" style=\"margin:30px auto 0px auto\">\n<table cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;margin:0 auto;max-width:640px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"640\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;background-size:cover;background-position:center;border-radius:0px\" bgcolor=\"#ffffff\">\n<div class=\"ck-inner-section ck-padding-left-mobile-friendly ck-padding-right-mobile-friendly\" style=\"padding:56px 56px 28px 56px\">\n<div style=\"margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;max-width:640px\">\n<p style=\"font-family:-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\u200b<\/p>\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"text-align:center;float:none\" class=\"email-image\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\">\n<figure style=\"margin-top:15;margin-bottom:15;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;max-width:520px;width:100%\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/embed.filekitcdn.com\/e\/twyzsZ49RzNPiyggG6G38X\/eT9aYiQohenBEnJghzQHT7\" width=\"520\" height=\"auto\" style=\"border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;width:520px;height:auto;object-fit:contain\"><\/div><figcaption style=\"text-align:center\">\u200b<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ck-section\" style=\"margin:0px auto 0px auto\">\n<table cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;margin:0 auto;max-width:640px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"640\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;background-size:cover;background-position:center;border-radius:0px\" bgcolor=\"#ffffff\">\n<div class=\"ck-inner-section ck-padding-left-mobile-friendly ck-padding-right-mobile-friendly\" style=\"padding:0px 56px 0px 56px\">\n<div style=\"margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto\">\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Happy Humpday<\/strong> &#8211; The scale can be a tricky thing &#8211; it fluctuates, stalls, and sometimes refuses to go down, even when you\u2019re putting in the effort. But here\u2019s the truth, I always preach to my coachees: not losing weight doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re failing! This week, let&#8217;s explore why! <\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-family:Charter, Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;font-size:28px;color:#000000;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Muscle vs. Fat: The Weight You Want<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">When we think about progress, it\u2019s easy to focus on the number on the scale. But what the scale doesn\u2019t show is <em>what <\/em>you\u2019re made of &#8211; your <em><strong>body composition<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Here\u2019s the science:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"unordered_list\" style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;text-transform:none\">\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Muscle is denser than fat, meaning it takes up less space but weighs more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>You could weigh the same but look leaner, stronger, and fitter because you\u2019ve built muscle while losing fat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>The real measure of progress:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"unordered_list\" style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;text-transform:none\">\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Pay attention to how your clothes fit, your energy levels, and your strength in the gym.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Take progress photos or track measurements like waist and hip circumference to see how your body is changing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"font-family:Charter, Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;font-size:28px;color:#000000;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Missing a Workout Is Not a Setback<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">We all miss workouts &#8211; life happens. Whether it\u2019s a packed schedule, feeling sick, or just needing some rest, skipping a session won\u2019t derail your progress.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>What matters most:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"unordered_list\" style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;text-transform:none\">\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Fitness isn\u2019t about perfection; it\u2019s about consistency over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Missing one workout doesn\u2019t erase the dozens you\u2019ve done before or the ones you\u2019ll do after.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">When you miss a workout, avoid the all-or-nothing mindset. Pick up where you left off, and remember that rest can actually help your muscles recover and grow stronger.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-family:Charter, Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;font-size:28px;color:#000000;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Why Long-Term Progress Matters Most<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">Sustainable fitness is a marathon, not a sprint. The habits you build over months and years are what lead to lasting results. Many clients start with specific goals, like &#8220;losing 5 kg,&#8221; but these numbers often don&#8217;t reflect their true desires \u2014 to look better, feel healthier, or become stronger and more fit. True progress comes from aligning your goals with the deeper changes you want in your life.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Focus on the process, not just the outcome:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"unordered_list\" style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;text-transform:none\">\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Celebrate small victories, like lifting heavier, having more energy, or sticking to your routine over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Understand that weight fluctuations are normal &#8211; what\u2019s important is staying on track over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">Success isn\u2019t about perfection; it\u2019s about always getting back on track.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\u200b<br \/>It is time to see progress differently and not only through your scale! Next time the scale isn\u2019t moving, or you miss a workout, remind yourself: this is not a setback. It\u2019s part of the journey. The real goal is building a routine that is improving your health, and becoming the best version of yourself &#8211; not chasing a number on the scale.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\u200b<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">Here\u2019s to long-term success, one step at a time. \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\u200b<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'Century Gothic', Avenir, 'Trebuchet MS', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:18px;color:#353535;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\u200b<br \/>You need help creating a sustainable fitness routine?<br \/>Then sign up for a <strong>free consultation<\/strong>. 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But here\u2019s the truth, I always preach to my coachees: not losing weight doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re failing! This week, let&#8217;s explore why! Muscle vs. Fat: The Weight You Want When we think about progress, it\u2019s easy to focus on the number on the scale. But what the scale doesn\u2019t show is what you\u2019re made of &#8211; your body composition. Here\u2019s the science: Muscle&#8230;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1889,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_wp_convertkit_post_meta":{"form":"-1","landing_page":"0","tag":"0","restrict_content":"0"},"_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1882","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-allgemein"],"taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":1,"label":"Allgemein"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/eT9aYiQohenBEnJghzQHT7-9-1024x576.png",1024,576,true],"author_info":{"display_name":"Janika","author_link":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/author\/janika\/"},"comment_info":0,"category_info":[{"term_id":1,"name":"Allgemein","slug":"allgemein","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":1,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":23,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":1,"category_count":23,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Allgemein","category_nicename":"allgemein","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1882","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1882"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1882\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1885,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1882\/revisions\/1885"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1889"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1882"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1882"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janikamerz.au\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1882"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}