1200 cal per day challenge!
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I have been on 1200 calorie diet for a few months now and it def workes for me. I am always under my calorie intake and I have lost 22 pounds. Your stomach gets smaller once you are use to the 1200 limit and its hard to overeat. I am currently 5'3 and at 133 my starting weight was 150.0
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jessicasingh528 wrote: »You people really need to do more research on how many calories you need. If a nursing mom cuts her calories so severely her supply is going to take a major hit. Maybe you all should look into the TDEE method. I'm 5'3 and 145. I eat 1440 a day, lift 4 days a week and am losing roughly a pound a week. Sure if you eat 1200 you will see the scale go down, but along with fat, your body is also eating up your lean muscle to fuel itself. Please listen to some of the posters on here that have been doing this for a while
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NerdieMcChub wrote: »I've been doing 1200 (suggested by my doctor for health reasons) for just over a month now. Anyone can add me
I don't agree 1200 is too low. It depends on the person, their health, etc. I burn off 700-900 calories most days and eat at least half back. There's no way I'm eating too little for me.
Yikes! So you eat 1200 calories, burn off 900 calories, eat back half of those (450 calories)..so you are netting 750 calories? How on earth do you find the energy to burn off those calories on a 1200 calorie diet? I'm super short, so I need less calories..but I make sure to NET at least 1200 calories and I have no problems losing weight.
And I noticed on your profile that you have hypothyroidism -- so do I. Eating that low of calories is going to F with your metabolism sooo much. I know from personal experience.0 -
I have been on 1200 calorie diet for a few months now and it def workes for me. I am always under my calorie intake and I have lost 22 pounds. Your stomach gets smaller once you are use to the 1200 limit and its hard to overeat. I am currently 5'3 and at 133 my starting weight was 150.
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I'd like to echo the idea that 1200 is too low. No wonder you're discouraged. I was miserable at 1200 too! But I came in with the mind set that fewer calories = faster weight loss. Unaware at first that it was too aggressive & not a good approach. Then I came to the boards. I read, I researched and I learned. Don't take the advice to eat more the wrong way.
'I can eat more!' was a discovery I celebrated.0 -
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msnastassia wrote: »Hi people! I am currently on a 1200 calorie per day diet, however I am starting to loose motivation
I am thinking that if I can get a forum started for people who want to do this with me then maybe we can challenge and inspire one another. I am 5,7 current weight is 218 (I have just give birth to twins 10 weeks ago). I want to loose at least 60 lbs. So far I have lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks by consuming 1200 calories per day. Anyone interested....nothing wrong with a bit of health competition is there
You're losing motivation because you're seriously under-nourished. If you're breastfeeding your twins, you really need to be eating at maintenance + 200-300 at the least. I have consistently noticed a dip in supply if I go below 1500. Even if you're not breastfeeding, think of all the muscle you're losing with such a low caloric intake.0 -
I'd like to echo the idea that 1200 is too low. No wonder you're discouraged. I was miserable at 1200 too! But I came in with the mind set that fewer calories = faster weight loss. Unaware at first that it was too aggressive & not a good approach. Then I came to the boards. I read, I researched and I learned. Don't take the advice to eat more the wrong way.
'I can eat more!' was a discovery I celebrated.
Oh man I remember my days at 1300 calories. And I wasn't eating exercise calories back at the time, either. I was "fine" and "not hungry" and "fine" anytime someone asked, but man I was hangry and a jerk to the people around me. I was also phoning in my workouts and more prone to losing control of my eating habits at parties. Lowering my weigh loss goals and getting a handle on my expectations was such an eye-opener once I started upping my calories.
1200 calories works great for some people. But it was pretty horrible for me.
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trogalicious wrote: »
Your beard seems to get more magnificent every time you post that gif.0 -
Oh my...
I'm a nursing mom and during the entire course of my 14 month span of breastfeeding (so far!), I have yet to eat UNDER 2,500 calories. I still lost weight and am now transitioning into maintenance. I can't figure out the 1,200 calorie thing... most of my dinners are around that.
I'm 5'2", 130lbs, nursing + pumping.0 -
1200 Cals? Me? Helllll Naw..........0
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Doze twin babus' be nature's liposuction. You done need MOAR to eat, nun this 1200 calorie jibbajabba. Enjoy this time in yer life, take care of babus', be well be safe and EAT!0
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lishie_rebooted wrote: »msnastassia wrote: »Hi people! I am currently on a 1200 calorie per day diet, however I am starting to loose motivation I am thinking that if I can get a forum started for people who want to do this with me then maybe we can challenge and inspire one another. I am 5,7 current weight is 218 (I have just give birth to twins 10 weeks ago). I want to loose at least 60 lbs. So far I have lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks by consuming 1200 calories per day. Anyone interested....nothing wrong with a bit of health competition is there
When I started here, I was 5'7" and 172. I started with 1200 calories and lost muscle mass which meant I was more jiggly, more flabby when I got to my goal weight.
1200 is too low for your height & age. Plus the fact you're a new mom. If you're breastfeeding, you definitely need to be eating more.
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My Advice to all: Find the people that have been successful with weight loss and sustaining that weight loss for some time, and people that are very fit..........listen to what they say. Don't be taking advice from someone that says 1200 calories a day for a breastfeeding mother okay.....that is just irresponsible. This is not a race people. Drop the weight at a pace that is healthy and will still keep you motivated by the results you are getting.0
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1200 calories for anyone is way too low!! Stop starving yourself people!!0
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lauraripson wrote: »1200 calories for anyone is way too low!! Stop starving yourself people!!
There are cases where 1200 calories is appropriate. They tend to be older and shorter women.
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lishie_rebooted wrote: »lauraripson wrote: »1200 calories for anyone is way too low!! Stop starving yourself people!!
There are cases where 1200 calories is appropriate. They tend to be older and shorter women.
But for the vast majority, yes 1200 is too low
Especially when breastfeeding!!!0 -
queenliz99 wrote: »lishie_rebooted wrote: »lauraripson wrote: »1200 calories for anyone is way too low!! Stop starving yourself people!!
There are cases where 1200 calories is appropriate. They tend to be older and shorter women.
But for the vast majority, yes 1200 is too low
Especially when breastfeeding!!!
Exactly. That's scary since at 5'7", itll be hard getting the nutrients YOU need, let alone what a baby needs as well
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I am currently eating about 1200 cal a day, depending on training days. Make sure you speak with your DR before cutting all those calories since you're nursing. On days that you workout you need to be eating more. There is a big difference between eating 1200 bad calories and 1400 good ones. Eat clean, stay away from processed junk and move around a lot more. Eat lots of veggies, fruit, lean protein and complex carbohydrates.0
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missjenni1988 wrote: »I am currently eating about 1200 cal a day, depending on training days. Make sure you speak with your DR before cutting all those calories since you're nursing. On days that you workout you need to be eating more. There is a big difference between eating 1200 bad calories and 1400 good ones. Eat clean, stay away from processed junk and move around a lot more. Eat lots of veggies, fruit, lean protein and complex carbohydrates.
*head desk*
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I eat 1200 calories + half of exercise calories because I have a sedentary job. WHAT ON EARTH ARE YOU NURSING MOMS DOING ON 1200 CALORIES?????? And how bad do your nails and hair look?
Your challenge is not appropriate for your lifestyle. Go ahead and eat 1200 calories a day when you're not feeding your little ones. But that's not just new-mom exhaustion you're feeling.
Eat more. The weight will come off without the nasty side-effects of malnutrition.0 -
missjenni1988 wrote: »I am currently eating about 1200 cal a day, depending on training days. Make sure you speak with your DR before cutting all those calories since you're nursing. On days that you workout you need to be eating more. There is a big difference between eating 1200 bad calories and 1400 good ones. Eat clean, stay away from processed junk and move around a lot more. Eat lots of veggies, fruit, lean protein and complex carbohydrates.
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http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
Just dropping this in here
op EAT MORE - you are depriving your children of vital nutrients as well as yourself.
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lishie_rebooted wrote: »missjenni1988 wrote: »I am currently eating about 1200 cal a day, depending on training days. Make sure you speak with your DR before cutting all those calories since you're nursing. On days that you workout you need to be eating more. There is a big difference between eating 1200 bad calories and 1400 good ones. Eat clean, stay away from processed junk and move around a lot more. Eat lots of veggies, fruit, lean protein and complex carbohydrates.
*head desk*
^HA! *headdesk* I love this along with *facepalm* Sorry, I giggle every time I see it.
But seriously, I hope people will listen to you lishie, I'm a new mom myself and had breastmilk supply issues due to a low calorie diet (not on purpose, but I got sick right after giving birth and barely ate for 2 weeks).0 -
msnastassia wrote: »Hi people! I am currently on a 1200 calorie per day diet, however I am starting to loose motivation I am thinking that if I can get a forum started for people who want to do this with me then maybe we can challenge and inspire one another. I am 5,7 current weight is 218 (I have just give birth to twins 10 weeks ago). I want to loose at least 60 lbs. So far I have lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks by consuming 1200 calories per day. Anyone interested....nothing wrong with a bit of health competition is there
well, I sure hope you're not trying to breastfeed on so little calories. That would be sheer madness.0 -
Ywilliams82 wrote: »lishie_rebooted wrote: »msnastassia wrote: »Hi people! I am currently on a 1200 calorie per day diet, however I am starting to loose motivation I am thinking that if I can get a forum started for people who want to do this with me then maybe we can challenge and inspire one another. I am 5,7 current weight is 218 (I have just give birth to twins 10 weeks ago). I want to loose at least 60 lbs. So far I have lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks by consuming 1200 calories per day. Anyone interested....nothing wrong with a bit of health competition is there
When I started here, I was 5'7" and 172. I started with 1200 calories and lost muscle mass which meant I was more jiggly, more flabby when I got to my goal weight.
1200 is too low for your height & age. Plus the fact you're a new mom. If you're breastfeeding, you definitely need to be eating more.
I looked into how much you can eat when breastfeeding and apparently it's a myth that you need to eat and drink more as when your pregnant your body lays down fat stores
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Man...you guys are good...i m finding it hard to keep it under 1500....i m 5'10 nd 183 lbs...i want to shed another 15-20 lbs in 2 months...i try to get myself a max 30 min circuit training at home. Any suggestions on meals so i can keep a healthy diet(getting all macro and micro nutrients) and still keep it under 1200
I suggest you set a more realistic goal.0 -
AllonsYtotheTardis wrote: »msnastassia wrote: »Hi people! I am currently on a 1200 calorie per day diet, however I am starting to loose motivation I am thinking that if I can get a forum started for people who want to do this with me then maybe we can challenge and inspire one another. I am 5,7 current weight is 218 (I have just give birth to twins 10 weeks ago). I want to loose at least 60 lbs. So far I have lost 10 pounds in 2 weeks by consuming 1200 calories per day. Anyone interested....nothing wrong with a bit of health competition is there
well, I sure hope you're not trying to breastfeed on so little calories. That would be sheer madness.
I thought she said she was - but can't find the quote, so maybe I imagined it. Hopefully.0
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