Upping my caloric intake

I used to have a goal of 1200 calories, but today I decided to up it to 1500 (that is what MFP recommended). I want to be on a diet that is sustainable for life. I don't think 1200 calories is enough for somebody who weighs 263. I feel like if I continue to eat so little when I get to my goal weight I will end up gaining it all back and then some. Is 1500 a good goal? Or should I stick to 1200?

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  • BombshellPhoenix
    BombshellPhoenix Posts: 1,693 Member
    I'm always in for voting more food to lose is better ;). I started at 170 lbs and lost at 1650 net.
  • Mr_Knight
    Mr_Knight Posts: 9,532 Member
    I feel like if I continue to eat so little when I get to my goal weight I will end up gaining it all back and then some.

    Whether you're at 1200 or 1500 will make no difference as far as that goes.
  • healthygreek
    healthygreek Posts: 2,137 Member
    Bump
  • Kate7294
    Kate7294 Posts: 783 Member
    I lost at 1500 and a little below. Don't know if I'd ever make it at 1200 . Just seems so little. Good luck!