Why does weight loss feel harder as I get older?

Short answer
Weight loss often feels slower with age.

What’s usually happening
Daily movement, routines, and recovery often change over time.

What this is usually not

• sudden metabolic failure

• inevitability

Common reasons

• lower activity

• higher stress

• less sleep

What usually helps

• realistic timelines

• consistency

When to pay attention
If weight changes rapidly without explanation.

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