Having a hard time consuming total calories

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ukq727
ukq727 Posts: 50 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I am so confused MFP gives me a daily calorie goal of 1620 but here is what I am allowed per day:

total fat 56
sodium 2500
carbs 223
dietary fiber 19
sugars 32
protien 61


The problem is most agree on this site we are supposed to eat back (or at least half) of calories earned from a workout but here is the problem how honestly can one eat back workout calories earned when technically you are not supposed to go over the above allotment? Furthermore I am having a hard time consuming the MFP allowed amount on a daily basis I I basically feel like I am stuffing myself or forcing myself to eat). I mean realistically no one can eat dry salad and salmon all day to try to get to a sometimes 2000 calorie intake. Does anyone feel this way or have any pointers. Please don't post the cookie cutter responce of startvation mode I understand that. Thanks in advance.

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  • PoorGirlEatingHealthy
    PoorGirlEatingHealthy Posts: 209
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    try some higher cal healthy foods...whole grain pasta, avocado, nuts, peanut butter, fruits like pineapples and grapes can add up too...things that you may thing are bad but if you get the all natural whole grain stuff its actually a great way to get those calories in!
  • jhitguy
    jhitguy Posts: 8
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    I wouldn't stress if you don't quite get all of your calories every day, just get as close as you can. I don't try to eat my exercise calories back either, just the minimum daily allotment.

    As long as you get AT LEAST 1200 calories per day, I would call it good. I usually get around 1600, and I'm supposed to get 1810 right now, and I've lost 30 pounds doing it that way. Remember that MFP is just a guide, not gospel.

    Good luck!!
  • Mandakat17
    Mandakat17 Posts: 105
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  • Aitenev
    Aitenev Posts: 62
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    I agree with PoorGirl. Try some higher calorie healthy foods. The ones I go to often are peanut butter, almond butter, raw almonds, avocados and dates.

    Also, don't take all the default settings as set in stone. MFP's limits for things like sodium and fiber are way off what nutrition specialists recommend. Do some reading up on nutrition and set your limits to what works for you.
  • hyde1977
    hyde1977 Posts: 476 Member
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    I would have to agree with the below!!!! I don't try to eat back my calories. What it does allow you to see though is the additional protein you should try to eat. After a workout, try and just get some additional protein. The other day I burned 1311 calories in a workout. There is no way I would eat half of that back! I am only given a "guide" of 1200 each day, but with my workouts and such I usually hit 1450-1500. Focus on keeping the fat below. As you add your work out those numbers should all go up (carbs, proteins, fat)....try to get a bit more protein as it will really help you along.

    I also agree with the different foods.....I have not really been eatting low calorie food- avacado is amazing!!!! (if you like it- I make home Guac once a week and eat it right from the bowl)

    High protein snackes after a work out is great as well!!! Cashews/Almonds - look for foods with "good fats" (so they call them)

    Not being on a diet and just tracking what I eat and working out....I have lost 17.5 pounds in 4 weeks.....just have to get creative and look for stuff!!!

    Best of luck!!! eat something more tasty then dry salad and salmon!!!! You can have dressing!!! Calorie Wise makes some amazing ones!!!!!
  • annacataldo
    annacataldo Posts: 872 Member
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    I have a hard time consuming my calories even on days with no workout... I have 1800 a day and if i work out then it goes to 2000 or 2100 or whatever... I was stressing about starvation mode, and even tried adding in nuts as snacks instead of carrots, and peanut butter on celery, but honestly, even on those days I was still way under on the no work out days.. Everyone says u at least need 1200 to fuel your body, so i just listen to them and try to get over that amount..

    And im not sure what ur talking about dry salad and salmon cuz ive had some pretty amazing food since starting MFP, alot more than salad, and ive only eaten salmon 3x in the past 4weeks. Ive lost 15pounds these 4weeks, with little excercise (few minutes a day most days). Ive had meals such as mozzarella chicken with garlic asparagus and roasted parmesan potatoes. Or Brocolli and Beef over rice with shrimp side salad. Steak and Mashed potatoes just last night. Huge salads with feta cheese, almonds, egg whites, grilled chicken (or any type of meat--salmon, tuna, turkey, ham, etc), veggies, and even dressing (i use kraft free zesty italian--1tbls is 8calories). Salad tastes great to me though with just pepper, garlic powder and red pepper flakes. Or meals that include the salmon ur talking about--grilled lemon salmon with stir fried veggies over brown rice. salmon on crackers for a snack.. although i really dont use salmon too often...

    There is lots of high calorie health food...just cuz its high calorie doesnt make it bad.
  • katrina603
    katrina603 Posts: 11
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    i have no calories, some days its easy some hard, im a hungry girl...
  • AlexandraR2011
    AlexandraR2011 Posts: 114 Member
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    I'm having the same problem as well! I've decided to switch it up and add in some higher calorie items and more veggies with my chicken. I also added in a protein shake which helps add some calories but still gives me some good protein :)
  • ukq727
    ukq727 Posts: 50 Member
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    Thanks you all for the advice. I was just being sarcastic when I said dry salad and salmon, I eat regular foods just in moderation and I have added things I don't normally eat and found them to be tasty when I have prepared them with the Zoey (my name) on it. I love MFP I was just curious if anyone felt this way. I will use all the tips and keep at it.
  • crystaldegreef
    crystaldegreef Posts: 56
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    I'm going to Anna's house for dinner...

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