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Calorie limit?!

MichelleNicole93
MichelleNicole93 Posts: 89 Member
edited November 2024 in Food and Nutrition
When I first started my journey i was 180lbs. I lost 30 lbs in 3 months just walking and taking in 1200 calories. Now? I lift and do more cardio and find I am constantly hungry. I'm eating anywhere from 1500-1800 calories a day and not seeing much weight loss from it. Is this too much or is the 1200 just too low?
5ft2 155lbs any other short girls find they can eat 1500 and still lose?! I'm sure if I was strict with my diet more would come off!

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  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    You are not supposed to lose as fast when you're approaching goal weight. Lower your expectations to 1/2 - 1 pound per week. 1500-1800 calories sounds right for you a this stage. If you struggle with hunger, see if you can tweak your intake towards more fat, protein and fiber.
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