LOOK AT HOW MUCH i EAT PLEASE?

tmcginley

Hi everyone. 2 years ago I lost about 20 lbs. Then I steadily gained about 10 over a year. I work out a a lot, am a long distance runner (but have cut back during winter) and a generally active person. The thing is I am always hungry and I eat way more than most people I know on this site. Even more than the men. Please I want honest opinions. What do u all think do I eat too much? I am always hungry and even wake up at 3am most nights to eat. I weigh 59 kgs (130 lbs) but my goal weight is 53 kgs (116 llbs). I am 5”6 (169 cm) tall. Thanks!

bossmodehan

I think you eat a really healthy diet, i don't think you should be worried about the quatities at all as long as you feel satisfied. I will also send you a friend request if that's ok, becuase i really like the look of your journal and i'm trying to build up my running distance!

janeinspain

No, I think you're eating is very good. I am against under-eating and what I saw on your diary looks very good to me, especially if you exercise.

Now what I would suggest that I think it will help with the hunger is increasing your protein a little bit more. Go for 100 g/day. And, if possible, maybe a little less carbs. But if you exercise much, carbs should not be a problem.

And last but not least - I think that 53 kg is a little low for your height. If you want to lose a little bit more (even though I doubt you need to), aim for 57, maybe 55 at the lowest. Take it one step at a time and see what weight feels good to you.

rugbygirlca

I agree. You are eating real food and certainly not too much for even a moderate activity level.

My only two suggestions (and there is really no fact basis to them, just a guess) are to:

1. Mix up the diet a bit. Try different foods. I know for me that there are some 200 cal, x g protein, etc meals that leave me wanting more and some that fill me up for hours. I rarely eat the same breakfast 2 days in a row.

2. Totally unrelated to the food, mix up your long distance running with some high intensity interval training. It shocks your body and forces your heart to work in a way that it doesn't when you're a seasoned long distance runner. If you're looking to shed a little bit of weight (you really don't have much to lose), it might do the trick.

tmcginley

Awesome advice, thanks everyone!