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52-Year-Old Doctor Can't Lose Weight: What Could Be the Problem?

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan |151 Answers |Ask -Follow

Physiotherapist - Answered on Mar 22, 2025

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan is a senior consultant physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience specialising in orthopaedic and paediatric physiotherapy.
He has served as a technical consultant for the World Health Organisation, the United Nations, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences and several national and international NGOs.
Besides physiotherapy, he is keenly interested in disability management, early intervention, geriatric care and assisting children with disabilities.
Dr Khan has a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from the Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College in Wardha, Maharashtra, a master's degree in disability rehabilitation administration from the National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped, Secunderabad, and a PhD in disability management from Bangalore University.... more

Asked by Anonymous - Nov 20, 2024Hindi

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Hello sir, I'm 52 years lady with active lifestyle..by profession I m doctor..my weight is 92 kg..will try lot's of things to reduce my weight as regularly 45 minutes walk,strength and cardio exercises and try to maintain balance diet but result is zero..infact i gain weight day by day...plz help me...thanks in advance ????????

Ans: Thank you for reaching out. Since you have an active lifestyle but are experiencing weight gain despite regular exercise and a balanced diet, there may be underlying factors affecting your metabolism. Hormonal imbalances (like thyroid issues or insulin resistance), stress, poor sleep, or even undereating leading to metabolic slowdown could be contributing to the issue. It would be helpful to get your thyroid, insulin, and cortisol levels checked to rule out any medical reasons. Additionally, focusing on strength training over excessive cardio, tracking your calorie intake accurately, and ensuring enough protein intake can help optimize fat loss. Consider consulting a nutritionist or endocrinologist for a personalized approach. A physiotherapist can also guide you on the best exercise strategies to improve metabolism. Don’t lose hope—small adjustments can make a big difference!

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