Anyone getting good results from losing weight on iifym?

halimaiqbal00
halimaiqbal00 Posts: 288 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I'm thinking of giving it a go. I tend to eat more carbs and fat than I should, and consume less protein so am setting up my diary for 40c/35p/25f. Does this seem OK to lose body fat and maintain muscle mass on a 500 caloric deficit? I plan to eat nutritious foods 90% of the time. Any other pointers for me?

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  • Yi5hedr3
    Yi5hedr3 Posts: 2,696 Member
    Eat unprocessed, whole foods. 15c/20p/65f for sure. :)
  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    edited March 2016
    It's all about balance. No particular macro split is superior; if you feel good, energetic, satisfied and easily stick to your calorie goal (the primary goal), you are eating well. A minimum of protein and fat, calculated from your weight (estimated lean body mass), is often recommended, but with lots of different opinions to the actual numbers. The calorie deficit will take care of the fat loss, strength training protects the muscles. Focus on a wide variety of whole foods, and you are most likely eating healthily.
  • size102b
    size102b Posts: 1,370 Member
    Tbh if I eat less carbs I lose weight but I struggle when I do so I do 50 carbs
  • tnm7760
    tnm7760 Posts: 109 Member
    I've been counting macros and it's worked for me. I have some thyroid problems I'm currently working through so my loss is slow as molasses. The best part of IIFYM is that I'm not hungry because I get plenty of protein, but I always have room for treats or favorites. I can eat anything I want, but not necessarily in one day. And the focus on macros instead of just calories reminds me that the types of foods matter for satiety.

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