How to Set the Right Goal

qwert1225

Hello,
I've started using the app about 2 weeks ago. I've lost 5 lbs already so off to a good start but I think my calorie goal is too small. Currently it's at 1200.

I've read other posts that the default setting is 1200 so I need to make sure my current state (how active I am, etc.) is accurate to truly understand my goal calories. I tweaked the setting with higher goal weight and slower weight loss but it still remains at 1200.

I started the app trying to lose weight fast (a little over 10 lbs in 9 weeks) for my wedding and I've lost 5 already in 12 days and this seems not sustainable.

What can I do to increase the goal calories on the app?

[Edit]
I saw a similar post below so adding more detail.
Starting weight 150
Goal weight 138
Current weight 145
I'm 5'9"
36 years old Female

I put losing 1.5lb /week as an initial goal and changed it to 1/week

I have an office job and I work out maybe twice a week but since I started the app, I've been trying to work out more.

I'm still getting 1200 calories on the app. let me know if there's a way to increase the goal calories.

qwert1225

Oh wait it went up to 1470 nvmd! Lol

yirara

Hey, you got this! Maybe the browser was stuck. 1200 is not a default as such. It usually shows up when your chosen weightloss goal is too big for your current weight, age, size and activity because 1200 is considered the lowest healthy calorie intake goal for weight loss. Thus if your goal is too big you get defaulted to 1200 even if you won't reach the goal this way. Eating more is better for many people anyway. Losing weight doesn't need to be a punishment.

csplatt

When I get set to 1200, I go into my profile / goals and change it manually to a goal of 1300 calories.