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I'm up at the crack of dawn, checking my email, and I see one from a client, let's call him Bob.

Bob's perplexed and a bit frustrated. He's been using a fitness tracker for months now, diligently recording every step he takes, every mile he rides, and every hour he sleeps.

But, alas, those pesky pounds are stubbornly sticking around, like an unwelcome houseguest who just won't take the hint.

Bob's feeling deflated, like a punctured bike tyre. His past attempts with fitness trackers have been about as effective as a chocolate teapot. He's pedalling hard but going absolutely nowhere.

Now, don't get me wrong, fitness trackers can be nifty little gizmos. They can count your steps, monitor your heart rate, and even tell you how much beauty sleep you're getting.

But they're not some mystical weight-loss talisman. Just because you strap one on your wrist doesn't mean those love handles are going to magically vanish.

Here's the stone-cold truth, folks: Losing weight isn't just about how much you move. It's also about what you shovel into your pie hole.

You could cycle the equivalent of the Tour de France every week, but if you're still chowing down on greasy burgers, fries, and gooey desserts, your bathroom scale is going to be your worst enemy.

So, listen up. Pay attention to what you're eating off the bike. What you're munching on during your ride is a whole different ball game.

Here are some tips:

• Fill up half your plate with veggies at every meal. It's a simple way to pack in more nutrients and fibre while cutting down on calories.

• Add a solid source of protein. Chicken and salmon are solid choices. If you're more of a plant-based person, opt for tofu or a mix of beans and pulses.

• Don't forget your whole grains. Think sweet potatoes, buckwheat, pearl barley. They're high in fibre and have a low GI index, meaning they'll give you a slow, steady stream of energy and help keep your insulin levels in check.

• Last but not least, keep yourself hydrated. Water and herbal teas can help curb those hunger pangs and keep your energy levels up.

So, use your fitness tracker to gauge improvements in your fitness. But when it comes to shedding those pounds, focus on what you're putting on your plate.

What's been your experience with fitness trackers? Are they a help or a hindrance?

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