Not Losing Weight On A Calorie Deficit

27 Jul 2025 · 1 min

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In this concise fitness tip, Eric Roberts explains why someone who is in a calorie deficit might still fail to lose weight. He outlines five frequent errors: (1) neglecting to track calories on weekends, (2) not weighing food with a scale and relying on volume measures, (3) forgetting to count cooking oils (e.g., a tablespoon of olive oil adds ~120 calories), (4) overlooking small bites and snacks throughout the day, and (5) insufficient daily step count, recommending at least 6,000–10,000 steps. He adds a bonus reminder to ensure the overall calorie target is appropriate and promotes a free calorie‑deficit calculator linked in his bio. The video’s purpose is to give viewers actionable, measurable steps to align their daily habits with true caloric deficit goals.

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If you're in a calorie deficit but not losing weight, one of these 5 reasons is probably why. Number 1, you're not tracking your calories on the weekends. You need to be in a calorie deficit all 7 days, not just 4 or 5. Number 2, you're not actually using a food scale to weigh out your food in grams, not cups or tablespoons or ounces. You'd be shocked at how much of a difference this makes. Number 3, you're not tracking the oils you use to cook when a tablespoon of olive oil is 120 calories. Number 4, you're not tracking all the bites and snacks you take throughout the day. I know you think it's only 30 or 50 calories, but it all adds up. Number 5, you might be exercising, but you're not getting enough daily steps. Shoot for at least 6,000 per day, if not towards the 10,000 mark. And a bonus, make sure you're eating the right amount of calories. And if you need a free calorie deficit calculator, click the link in my bio.