172. The Truth About Weight Loss Plateaus (And How to Get Through Them)

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Feel like you're doing everything right—but the scale won’t budge?
You might be stuck in a plateau—and it’s more normal than you think.

In this episode, Kara Hackleman breaks down why weight loss plateaus happen, what they really mean about your body, and how to keep going without frustration or panic. This is a must-listen if you’ve ever thought, “What’s the point if I’m not losing anymore?”

🔑 Key Takeaways

✔️ What a plateau really is (hint: it’s not failure)
✔️ Why your body slows weight loss even when you’re doing everything “right”
✔️ The top 5 reasons plateaus happen, including:

Adaptive thermogenesis (your metabolism adjusting)
Muscle loss and water weight
Hidden overeating habits
Set point theory

✔️ How to measure progress without the scale
✔️ What to do instead of dieting harder
✔️ Why this is the point where most people quit—and what happens if you don’t

📚 Resources & Links

🔗 Register for Kara’s free webinar
👉 Doctors’ Secrets: How to Lose Weight and Keep It Off
It’s packed with simple, doable strategies your doctor wishes they had time to explain.

💬 Memorable Quotes

“Plateaus aren’t punishments. They’re just neutral data.”

“You didn’t mess up. You’re not broken. And you’re not stuck forever.”

“Most people quit during a plateau—but real progress happens right after if you stay with it.”

🎯 Final Thoughts

A plateau isn’t a dead end—it’s a checkpoint.
And when you know how to work with your body (instead of against it), plateaus become part of your success story—not the reason you stop.

💡 Don’t go it alone. Start with Kara’s free webinar to learn a better way:
👉 www.coachingkara.com/signup