So confused!!

lwhite0503

I have followed MFP and the 1200 calories it says I need to eat for the last year, and have lost 25 pounds. Recently, the weight loss has stopped but I have not really changed my diet or calories. I have increased my running distance, and have added strength training. I am beginning to think that perhaps I am not eating enough. I am 5'1 and currently weigh 125 pounds, and I would like to get to 110-115. I figured my TDEE with light exercise since I go to the gym 3-4 times a week and usually spend about 90 minutes each time. It says my TDEE is 1821 and my BMR is 1324. So based on this with my -20% I should be eating about 1450 calories per day. Does this sound right to you guys? Any help will be much appreciated!

kellicci

Yep! I'm right there with you! 5'1" 129. (although I have a meduim build and I think I'll stop at around 125)

2 things that helped me after my inital push this summer.

1. Over the Holidays I took a break. i ate at maintenance for 6 weeks or I should say I averaged out to maintenance calories with more cheat days and treats than usual but also some days of low calories and healthy foods. I didn;t gain a pound over the holidays which was my goal and I might have actually lost a little.

2. After this break I dove back in and ate 1500 a day...not eating back exercise calories. 1500 is my TDEE minus 15%. Since I'm getting close I wanted to ease my body into my goal weight so I have better chance of maintaining. I've lost about 2 pounds this month!

I understand if taking 6 weeks off is too much but do take a short break then cut your calories again it should give you a nice jumpstart.