Weight loss advice
leanneeliza
Posts: 8
Hey Guys + Girls,
I recently started my weight loss journey I want to lose weight but also tone up some problem areas.
My tummy and thighs.
I have recently started an 800 calorie diet.
Breakfast
1 fruit smoothie with greek yoghurt
200 Calories
Lunch
1 orange
1 apple
1 10cal jelly
1 bag of vegetable crackers
170 Calories
Dinner
100g of Chicken
100g Broccoli
Half a packet of Uncle bens rice
300 Calories
I am currently 74 KG and want to lose 11 KG I don’t really have a lot of time to exercise due to working full time and studying OU (Open University)
Would love some advice!
Leanne
I recently started my weight loss journey I want to lose weight but also tone up some problem areas.
My tummy and thighs.
I have recently started an 800 calorie diet.
Breakfast
1 fruit smoothie with greek yoghurt
200 Calories
Lunch
1 orange
1 apple
1 10cal jelly
1 bag of vegetable crackers
170 Calories
Dinner
100g of Chicken
100g Broccoli
Half a packet of Uncle bens rice
300 Calories
I am currently 74 KG and want to lose 11 KG I don’t really have a lot of time to exercise due to working full time and studying OU (Open University)
Would love some advice!
Leanne
0
Replies
-
You can start by eating a reasonable amount of food. 800 calories is way too low.0
-
1. You should really eat more. Use the MFP tool to calculate a reasonable deficit to lose about .5 to 1 lb a week.
2. Read this post, it's full of great advice: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants0 -
I dont see how eating more will help me loose weight! im looking for advice not jus a critical statement.0
-
Thanks Chezhuan i will check it out0
-
You can start by eating a reasonable amount of food. 800 calories is way too low.
^^ yup ^^0 -
I dont see how eating more will help me loose weight! im looking for advice not jus a critical statement.
Well, first that was advice. It was also a critical statement. A post can be both at the same time.
Alright, here's some more specific advice. You say that you want to tone up some of your problem areas. Let's start there. The "toned" look that most people mean is a result of lowering your body fat percentage. This is done best by eating at a reasonable deficit, eating plenty of protein, and doing some form of resistance training. The idea is to lose the fat without losing the existing muscle underneath. Eating at 800 calories a day is not going to help you maintain that existing muscle and your body is likely to break some of it down for energy, which means you'll lose weight but stay at the same body fat percentage. It becomes a viscous cycle of losing the wrong kind of weight without achieving the actual body composition you want.
Additionally, it's very difficult to get enough of your micro and macro nutrients at 800 calories a day. Will you be getting 100% of your recommended vitamins and minerals? Enough iron? Calcium? Fat? Protein? Have you looked into how much of each your body needs? If you're in this for your health instead of just a number on the scale, then you need to consider these things. Not eating enough fat and protein can cause hunger, but also things like hair loss and brittle nails. Not getting enough calcium or iron can lead to health problems down the road.
I see you joined two years ago. Have you had a chance to read the stickies at the top of each board yet? The sexypants guide linked above is a good start. And so is this one, if you're looking for advice on changing the way your body looks: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1391018-so-you-want-a-nice-stomach0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.0 -
I dont see how eating more will help me loose weight! im looking for advice not jus a critical statement.
You were given advice. It was to eat a reasonable amount of food. Further, the advice was qualified to say that 800 was too low.
For the sake of discussion, if we assume that 800 calories /day is too low (and I happen to agree with that), there are several reasons why having a daily goal in that range would hinder progress. For example, it may not be sustainable for you. It may affect your health in small, adverse ways. You may not be able to get all the proper nutrients (macro and micro), etc.
In terms of pure energy balances, yes, you'd probably lose weight eating 800 calories per day. It seems unlikely that you'd enjoy the experience or the results, however.0 -
No friends, no photo,....nothing on her profile, and this is only her 3rd post.........Schoool must be out early today
Troll0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
For the record, 800 calories is about what concentration camp victims were fed during WWII.
If you were accurately logging and eating 1200 calories a day, gave your body the time needed to adjust, and still lost no weight, then it might be a good idea to visit your doctor and rule out any health conditions.0 -
No friends, no photo,....nothing on her profile, and this is only her 3rd post.........Schoool must be out early today
Troll
i actually work full time and am currently studing Law at Open university i only use the app to track my calories i jus came here for advice0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
Well, the good news is that you'll probably be able to take an extended holiday, since the impaired mental function from eating so little will probably cost you your job and your grades at school. Plus the lack of calories and protein in your diet will eat away at your existing muscle, leaving you with nothing to "tone."0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
Then you are actually eating more than you think you are if you are not losing on 1200 cals.
Do you weigh solid foods and measure liquids? If not you may be eating 10-50+% more than you think you are0 -
As others have said eat atleast 1200 calories. Log everything you eat cardio or strength train and lose weight.
0 -
1. You should really eat more. Use the MFP tool to calculate a reasonable deficit to lose about .5 to 1 lb a week.
2. Read this post, it's full of great advice: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^this^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
For the record, 800 calories is about what concentration camp victims were fed during WWII.
If you were accurately logging and eating 1200 calories a day, gave your body the time needed to adjust, and still lost no weight, then it might be a good idea to visit your doctor and rule out any health conditions.
I have been to my doctor and yes i do have medical conditions that are 'could' be effecting my weight
When i was in high school i starved my self to the point where i can no longer have children - Then i went totally in the oppsite direction and gained 7st. I dont want to go back down that route thats why i want advice.0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
For the record, 800 calories is about what concentration camp victims were fed during WWII.
If you were accurately logging and eating 1200 calories a day, gave your body the time needed to adjust, and still lost no weight, then it might be a good idea to visit your doctor and rule out any health conditions.
I have been to my doctor and yes i do have medical conditions that are 'could' be effecting my weight
When i was in high school i starved my self to the point where i can no longer have children - Then i went totally in the oppsite direction and gained 7st. I dont want to go back down that route thats why i want advice.
If you have medical conditions that may affect your weight loss, then you need to speak with your doctor to make sure they're sorted out. It also sounds like you could benefit from sitting down with someone like a counselor or registered dietitian who has experience helping those with a history of disordered eating.0 -
Yes i weigh everything i only drink water but i think im eating the wrong types of food.0
-
My-oh-my.....800 calories! I would think that she would gain everything back 2 days in to her holiday!
0 -
Yes i weigh everything i only drink water but i think im eating the wrong types of food.
For most people, the type of food you're eating won't stop you from losing weight. In your case, depending on what medical conditions you have that may be affecting your weight loss, you might benefit from a low carb diet. But again, that's something to take up with your doctor.0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
For the record, 800 calories is about what concentration camp victims were fed during WWII.
If you were accurately logging and eating 1200 calories a day, gave your body the time needed to adjust, and still lost no weight, then it might be a good idea to visit your doctor and rule out any health conditions.
I have been to my doctor and yes i do have medical conditions that are 'could' be effecting my weight
When i was in high school i starved my self to the point where i can no longer have children - Then i went totally in the oppsite direction and gained 7st. I dont want to go back down that route thats why i want advice.
If you have medical conditions that may affect your weight loss, then you need to speak with your doctor to make sure they're sorted out. It also sounds like you could benefit from sitting down with someone like a counselor or registered dietitian who has experience helping those with a history of disordered eating.
I will try and get an appointment with my doctor but there is usually a 4 week wait.0 -
Nope, All stop.
history of an ED and a medical disorder.
You have specific needs that a random internet forum probably isn't going to be able to address in a productive, healthy way.0 -
A reasonal ammount being 1200 i eat 400 less than this and this isnt going to be long term jus need to loose some weight quick as motivation and also for my holiday in 7 weeks.
Eating 1200 calories i dont lose weight i have done that before thats why i dropped to 800.
Im not statving my self if i feel hungy i will eat.
For the record, 800 calories is about what concentration camp victims were fed during WWII.
If you were accurately logging and eating 1200 calories a day, gave your body the time needed to adjust, and still lost no weight, then it might be a good idea to visit your doctor and rule out any health conditions.
I have been to my doctor and yes i do have medical conditions that are 'could' be effecting my weight
When i was in high school i starved my self to the point where i can no longer have children - Then i went totally in the oppsite direction and gained 7st. I dont want to go back down that route thats why i want advice.
With this you should not be going to a forum for advice. My advice is to go see a doctor.0 -
weighing about 165 pounds and wanting to lose 25 does not sound too drastic. But no one here is going to approve of a 800 calorie diet. So please take the advice.I am currently 74 KG and want to lose 11 KG I don’t really have a lot of time to exercise due to working full time and studying OU (Open University)
Would love some advice!0 -
Nope, All stop.
history of an ED and a medical disorder.
You have specific needs that a random internet forum probably isn't going to be able to address in a productive, healthy way.
THIS x10000000000000000000.
seriously. Go to your doctor. If you can't get in with your primary care physician, go to the hospital emergency room. there are SIGNIFICANT underlying issues here that NEED to be addressed before you restrict yourself so dramatically. You need to develop a healthy relaitonship with food first and foremost.
Best of luck to you.0 -
Most every woman I know does crash diets. I'm not against them. I don't think the sky will fall, lol. Most women have done it at some point.
You aren't most women, though.
I worry that 800 calories a day will trigger you. You'll get all that happy starving stuff people who get hooked on starving get and you'll convince yourself that you can enjoy that and lose weight without get sucked back down into the hell.
You can't. It's like alcoholism. Alcoholics should never start drinking and anorexics should never start starving. I don't believe in former EDs. Once you have one, it's with you for life. You always have to recognize the signs and guard against slipping. It's almost impossible to undereat and not get sucked back in. You have to take the weight loss very slowly.
See your doctor. See a therapist who specializes in eating disorders.
Don't go back down that road. You know it leads to a bad place. Stay safe!
Good luck.0
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 393.7K Introduce Yourself
- 43.8K Getting Started
- 260.3K Health and Weight Loss
- 176K Food and Nutrition
- 47.5K Recipes
- 232.6K Fitness and Exercise
- 431 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.5K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.6K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 153K Motivation and Support
- 8.1K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.4K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 3.8K MyFitnessPal Information
- 23 News and Announcements
- 1.2K Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.6K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions