What to set my goal as?

K2405

I currently have about 14lb to lose until 'my' goal weight. I will then see from there if I feel I need to lose more, but at the moment that is my goal. I currently have my MFP goal set at 1lb per week - is this right?

socioseguro

Hi

Welcome to MFP

I hope this link may be of help

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/912920-in-place-of-a-road-map-3-2013

Good luck in your journey

kristen6022

I currently have about 14lb to lose until 'my' goal weight. I will then see from there if I feel I need to lose more, but at the moment that is my goal. I currently have my MFP goal set at 1lb per week - is this right?

If I were you, I'd set it to .5lbs week...I have a habit of gaining and losing 10lbs every once in a while - and that's what I set mine at...enjoy the food while losing the weight slowly. What's the rush?

K2405

I currently have about 14lb to lose until 'my' goal weight. I will then see from there if I feel I need to lose more, but at the moment that is my goal. I currently have my MFP goal set at 1lb per week - is this right?

If I were you, I'd set it to .5lbs week...I have a habit of gaining and losing 10lbs every once in a while - and that's what I set mine at...enjoy the food while losing the weight slowly. What's the rush?

Thanks I may change...but then my calories go up haha! I'm struggling with what I'm on already!

kristen6022

I currently have about 14lb to lose until 'my' goal weight. I will then see from there if I feel I need to lose more, but at the moment that is my goal. I currently have my MFP goal set at 1lb per week - is this right?

If I were you, I'd set it to .5lbs week...I have a habit of gaining and losing 10lbs every once in a while - and that's what I set mine at...enjoy the food while losing the weight slowly. What's the rush?

Thanks I may change...but then my calories go up haha! I'm struggling with what I'm on already!

Yes, but eating too low won't benefit you with only 14lbs left to lose. The less you eat now, the more shock your body will going into when you go into maintenance. Eat more healthy, calorie dense food like nuts, avocados and PB and less low calorie foods. Change up your diet a bit...try new things. Eat a bit more...you'l be transisioning soon and your body will thank you for the slow adjustment.

K2405

I currently have about 14lb to lose until 'my' goal weight. I will then see from there if I feel I need to lose more, but at the moment that is my goal. I currently have my MFP goal set at 1lb per week - is this right?

If I were you, I'd set it to .5lbs week...I have a habit of gaining and losing 10lbs every once in a while - and that's what I set mine at...enjoy the food while losing the weight slowly. What's the rush?

Thanks I may change...but then my calories go up haha! I'm struggling with what I'm on already!

Yes, but eating too low won't benefit you with only 14lbs left to lose. The less you eat now, the more shock your body will going into when you go into maintenance. Eat more healthy, calorie dense food like nuts, avocados and PB and less low calorie foods. Change up your diet a bit...try new things. Eat a bit more...you'l be transisioning soon and your body will thank you for the slow adjustment.

Thanks! I don't like PB unfortunately - it seems to be a good high calorie food! I do tend to stick to lower calorie foods - what are some higher calorie, but still healthy foods?

kristen6022

Almonds for one, are a great snack...about 170 calories for 1/4 cup and very healthy. Don't be afraid to eat more than one serving either. Most people think because they are on a "diet" they can't eat and have to go hungry but that's not the case. Your body needs something run on and your notice your workouts will be much more effective and enjoyable.

Eating full fat dairy, instead of low fat or fat free...granola is a great heathy food, that tends to be higher calorie.

Also, don't be afriad to drink your calories in this instance. Add a glass of wine at dinner (red is the healthiest, but white isn't bad either). Also, whole fruit juice, smoothies, and protein shakes can also help to add something, but not fill you up.

What I tend to do if I need more calories is eat the bread with my turkey burger, instead of leaving it off. Or adding a grain at dinner, instead of just a veggie and lean meat.

All of these things are healthy. Don't believe that carbs are bad, sugar is bad, or alcohol is bad...

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