Eating and working out...where's the balance??

Balance05

So, I'm set at 1200 calories per day (according to MFP). I tend to eat between 1200-1300 calories though. I lift weights (although I can't lift very heavy weights yet) with my husband at least 3 days a week and do cardio 3 days a week (our cardio has included running 110 yd sprints, running stadium stairs, elliptical training-interval style, and running on the treadmill). Starting 30 day shred on top of all that today. I'm 191 lbs and 5'1", and my ultimate goal is to be down to 125 by Christmas.

I have started out really well: lost 10 lbs in three weeks recently. I'm wondering if I am eating enough to really get my metabolism going enough to lose this fat as quickly as possible. I'm hoping to at least lose 10 lbs every three weeks. I know plateaus will happen, its just a general goal. Any advice for this non-expert?

SaSSyhasCurls

You're not eating enough, you should be eating between 1400-1600 if you are working out daily. And burning off at least 500 calories a day to lose at least a pound a week. It's Science.

Balance05

Okay, but does that take into consideration my BMR? Or should I just focus on eating more and burning that much (I usually burn 600-1000 calories daily.)

AmyRhubarb

I agree that you should eat more for those awesome workouts! Check out this topic: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

Great info in there and links to a website to calculate your BMR, body fat %, activity level, and how much you should be eating. Great companion to MFP, and gives you more info and control over your daily goals. Check it out!

Balance05

THANK YOU for that! He was so informational! Thank you thank you!!