Successful long-term weight management

The term weight management involves more than just losing weight. It is not only relevant for the average consumer, but is also a frequently discussed topic in competitive sport. Weight management is based on a long-term structure of physical activity and a balanced diet, where the ideal weight is achieved step by step, free of any absurd diets, or as the modern terminology calls it, metabolic cures etc.

The only true physiological mechanism behind successful weight loss, in terms of loss of body fat mass and preservation of skeletal muscle mass, is a caloric deficit, on which all successful diets are based. A serious approach is, for example, to determine the basal or working metabolic rate using indirect calorimetry in the form of a performance test on a bike or treadmill. Based on these results, you can visualize your calorie intake and consumption and implement a successful, long-term training program.