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What Happens After the Diet? (Will I Put the Weight Back on After the Diet?)Updated 14 days ago

šŸŽÆ What Happens After the Diet?
Will I put the weight back on?
It is a common concern — and the good news is, there is no reason you should regain weight if you return to balanced eating and continue the positive habits you have built.

šŸ’” You may notice a small increase on the scales (typically around 3 to 5 lbs) when you start eating conventional foods again. This is simply your body restoring glycogen, which is its natural energy store in your muscles. It is completely normal, expected, and nothing to worry about.

This is not fat gain, just your body finding its natural balance as you transition out of the plan.


šŸ’” The Key to Long Term Success

āœ… Do not return to old eating habits
āœ… Focus on balanced meals and an active lifestyle
āœ… Keep building on the progress you have made


🌱 How to Maintain Your Weight Loss

We understand that keeping the weight off is just as important as losing it, and there are many ways to maintain your amazing results. The key is to find what works best for your lifestyle.

Here are a few popular and effective options:

  • The Switch Plan – a flexible way to stay in control with a mix of meal packs and healthy meals
  • 5:2 Approach – eating normally for five days and reducing intake on two days per week
  • Calorie Counting – tracking your daily intake to stay within a healthy range
  • Exercise and Movement – regular activity helps support your metabolism and boosts your mood

šŸ„— Gradual Transition to Conventional Foods
Once you reach your goal, take your time and ease your body back into conventional eating. A slow, steady approach works best.

Here is a simple step by step transition plan:

  1. Start with a healthy breakfast and three meal packs per day
  2. After a few days, move to a healthy breakfast and dinner, with two packs
  3. Continue reducing packs as you feel ready, until you are eating balanced meals throughout the day

This gradual approach helps your body adjust and supports long-term success.


šŸ‘„ Stay Connected in Our Community
Join our Switch Facebook Group to stay supported after finishing the Total Plan. You will find:

  • Ongoing encouragement
  • Meal inspiration
  • Advice from others maintaining their results

It is a positive space filled with people who truly understand your journey.


šŸ’Ŗ You Have Got This
Maintaining your weight is all about creating new, enjoyable habits that work for your life. Whether it is the Switch Plan, 5:2, calorie counting or simply staying active — there is a way that will suit you.

šŸ’¬ Need Support?
We are always here to help.

šŸ“§ Email us: support@thenewyouplan.com
šŸ“ž Call us: 028 3833 0720

You are building a healthier, happier you — and we are with you every step of the way. šŸ’›

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