Upping calories - yes or no?

Ermahgerd_Derpina
Ermahgerd_Derpina Posts: 47
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So, I was just wondering if I should up my calories.
MFP originally had me set to 1380 based on 1lb/week.
If I set to .5lb/week, it ups me to 1630.

Now, my question is: If my workout is about 30min cardio and 30-45 minutes of strength training, should I leave my calories at 1630 or go back to 1380?
Ideally, I'd like to lose 15 pounds, but the number on the scale doesn't totally concern me.
I'd rather be able to build muscle while dropping fat.
I just don't know if I need to leave more room to fit in more nutrients for that.

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  • 5stringjeff
    5stringjeff Posts: 790 Member
    IMO, leave the calories at 1630 and eat back your exercise calories.
  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
    1/2 pound per week is definitely more reasonable and healthy considering how much weight you'd like to lose. The new goal set by MFP still includes a calorie deficit so you technically should eat back those calories earned through exercise.

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