Do I need to eat all the suggested calories???

kchausse

I am 49 years old and weigh 179. Standing at 5' 6", I don't feel fat necessarily and I work out a lot, usually burning an extra 600 calories a day. My question, and dilemma, is this... Do I absolutely have to eat the 1200 calories a day that is suggested and could that be why I am at a holding pattern in my weight?

lvfunandfit

This will explain it all.... It sounds like you are on the right path. yes you should eat them,
go here and read the pinned topics. These tips will help you.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/9-general-diet-and-weight-loss-help

miqisha

Yes you do...anything less than 1200 is not healthy for your body