3 months and 14lbs heavier wtf?

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  • JTick
    JTick Posts: 2,131 Member
    Hmm seems the generally consensus is to get back to the logging.
    I will take a your comments on board. I will start again tomorrow and keep track of what I eat and hopefully I will see a significant difference.

    Barneygood - I don't mean to eat so little. I try not to snack and as standard eat 3 low cal meals a day.
    Any tips for increasing it would be great.

    Thank you for all the comments

    Calculate your caloric needs to maintain at your current activity then eat 500 calories less than that daily for a one pound per week projected loss ... then accurately measure and log everything (solid and liquid) you consume along with your exercise. Take care not to overestimate your exercise burns and underestimate your intake.

    It isn't rocket science. Do the math, figure out what your body NEEDS, go from there.

    How would you suggest I calculate this...I'm considering purchasing a fitbit...would you recommend?

    Lots of people on here love their FitBits, I'm sure a search of the forums will bring up some topics for you to browse. I personally have no experience with them but have heard good things.

    You can also plug your info into a calculator such as: http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/

    Your TDEE is what you need to maintain your weight. Just subtract 500 calories from that number (or let Scooby do it for you) and eat that amount. With this method you do not eat your exercise calories back. This should lead to a 1 pound loss each week, a good number for you to aim.
  • CA_Underdog
    CA_Underdog Posts: 733 Member
    Calculate your caloric needs to maintain at your current activity then eat 500 calories less than that daily for a one pound per week projected loss ...
    You enter your age, height, activity level, and weight into MyFitnessPal and tell it your goal is to lose 1lb/week. The target number of calories for you to eat is then TDEE-500, as long as you log your exercise.
    then accurately measure and log everything (solid and liquid) you consume along with your exercise.
    For liquids, use measuring cups. For solids, use a food scale, preferably that measures in grams.
    How would you suggest I calculate this...I'm considering purchasing a fitbit...would you recommend?
    A Fitbit will encourage you to take more steps each day. That won't help you lose weight, but it's good for your health. You can also track your walking using a phone app or inexpensive pedometer. Alternatively, aim to walk a certain number of minutes each day, and setup a reward fund. Whatever gets you moving. :)

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