NEW & want to drop 30 pounds !

maeghanngfan1
maeghanngfan1 Posts: 4
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Hey I'm new to MFP and Ive been tryin gto lose weight for a while now.
I'm honestly confused on alot of things I would like to drop 25 pounds by Aug.
However I'm trying to figure out what the best way to do this. How many calories should I be consuming ? & burning ? What to eat

PLease help !

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  • h9dlb
    h9dlb Posts: 243 Member
    Not as simple as that you need to work out your TDEE

    http://www.fitnessfrog.com/calculators/tdee-calculator.html

    then deduct at least 20% to work out your calories for weight loss. Then count your macros focusing on high protein, high fibre, low carb and moderate fats with most of your fat consumption coming from mono-unsaturates.

    As for exercise you need to lift heavy weights (yes even if you are a girl) to maintain muscle mass and keep your metabolism up. Cardio comes second (as this burns muscle). And drink gallons of water.

    25 pounds by August is doable if you're disciplined - Eat Clean Train Dirty !

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