Forced workout break...

Due to a medical issue I won't be able to work out for the next 2 weeks, I am super bummed about this, but it is what it is. My question is, when I am working out my TDEE is 2300-2500, alas for the next two weeks I won't be doing much but laying in bed, so do I drop my calories to 1240 (my bmr) to avoid gaining??

Any suggestions welcome...

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  • Ninkyou
    Ninkyou Posts: 6,666 Member
    You can calculate your TDEE-20% at Sedentary.

    http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/

    This calculator will give you a good TDEE estimate. Just select No exercise/Sedentary. It'll tell you your TDEE, BMR and how much to eat to lose weight.

    Good luck, and hope you get better soon!
  • emirror
    emirror Posts: 842 Member
    If you set to your BMR, then you shouldn't gain weight.

    That said, I'm not a fan of worrying about weight when one is ill and is trying to recover.
  • Eve1972
    Eve1972 Posts: 297 Member
    I am trying not to worry to much, but I would rather not gain any weight if it can be helped! :)