Here’s a fun twist: if you don’t sleep, you won’t lose the stone. Stress and late nights jack up cortisol, a hormone that clings to belly fat. You can starve yourself and still lose nothing.
So hit the sack. Dark room, cool air, 7 hours minimum. Your body does its best fat-burning work while you’re dreaming of cheeseburgers. Let it cook.
A Quirky Fact About Cat Naps
A 20-minute power nap lowers cortisol by 30%. That’s like losing a pound from just lying down. You’re basically a lazy genius. Who knew sleeping was part of the plan?
