Yet another eating strategy question

Liftng4Lis

Or you could just set it to lose a pound a week (as recommended by MFP per your amount needed to lose), and have more calories consistently through each day.

WalkingAlong

History and science have shown us, repeatedly, that fast weight loss doesn't last.

Neither does slow weight loss.

There are all kinds of reasons to take things slow and steady, but the regaining weight issue is not one of them.

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And another.

There are links in my profile to studies that talk about it. I'm not advocating steep deficits, just advocating making a decision for yourself based on facts rather than forum myths.