How can understanding the role of metabolic adaptation improve long-term fat loss strategies?

Understanding the role of metabolic adaptation improves long-term fat loss strategies by recognizing how the body adjusts its metabolic rate in response to changes in diet and exercise. As weight is lost, the metabolic rate often decreases, making continued fat loss more challenging. To counteract metabolic adaptation, strategies such as periodic refeed days, adjusting calorie intake, and varying exercise intensity can help maintain metabolic rate and support ongoing fat loss.