Nutrition fail or slow metabolism, how do I know?

jazzybel1004 wrote: »

I am currently working with a trainer who recommends eating at least 55-65% in healthy carbs, 10-25% fat, the rest in protein. He estimated that given my metabolic rate, I should be eating at least 1450-1650 calories a day. Right now I'm 5'5, 140 lbs, 25% body fat (lost 8.5 lbs, 2.5% body fat since starting with the trainer 3 weeks ago) with a goal of reaching 130 lbs, 20% body fat by the start of summer.

I have no thyroid glands due to cancer surgery so I'm sure my metabolism is all kinds of messed up. But so far this plan has been working for me so I'd suggest tweaking your diet like I did! I have been working out about 5-6 days a week, alternating strength+HIIT cardio days with only cardio days.