Starting my 1200 calorie/day routine!

kleamon15
kleamon15 Posts: 7 Member
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Hello all!! I have been a user of MFP several times. First time was when I was on a low carb diet where I lost over 140lbs on then I got off it and have gained about 50lb back. I found that low carb is not ideal for TTC so I've vowed now to just eat healthier and reduce my calorie intake. I would love to have a friend to encourage and make sure I'm staying on my game and I can provide the same kind of support! Feel free to add me!!

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  • andreasaroza
    andreasaroza Posts: 11 Member
    hi! I am new to this. my mentor recommended it. I logged on last month to give it a shot. but honestly I stopped I didn't have much support and encouragement. especially since my mom is a baker. nice to meet you!
  • kleamon15
    kleamon15 Posts: 7 Member
    I understand that! I know a lot have enough motivation do this on their own but I do best when I have encouragement and someone I know is needing me as well. I added you back hopefully we can be a great help for each other!
  • ShashayLee
    ShashayLee Posts: 178 Member
    welcome back :)
    might i just add, you could probably up your calories & still keep losing. With a ways to go you might find it a bit better to have more than 1200. I tried 1200 & soon bumped up to 1600 & now i'm at 1470 & happy with that.
    all the best to you in your journey :)
  • Highercalling
    Highercalling Posts: 15 Member
    Hi, my goal is just a little over 1200 a day. I want to get my wedding rings back on for my 20 year anniversary. My next goal is to get back to the size of 5 --- that is a long way off since I wear a 24. I could use a support system. I want to gin nutritional knowledge. I desire to be happy and healthy. I have only just started this program but I have found it very helpful to track my food and how I feel.
  • SarahBE2016
    SarahBE2016 Posts: 1 Member
    Hello :)
    I as well have a goal just a little above 1200 kcal. At first I thought it's managable but omg I logged in all I ate today (its only lunch time) and i have only 200kcal left. Would love a support buddy and I will give motivation :)
  • abertrand87
    abertrand87 Posts: 36 Member
    SarahBE2016 wrote: »
    Hello :)
    I as well have a goal just a little above 1200 kcal. At first I thought it's managable but omg I logged in all I ate today (its only lunch time) and i have only 200kcal left. Would love a support buddy and I will give motivation :)

    the first two weeks I was always hungry but I found I had to eat a lot of veggies in between meals to keep me from not going crazy haha. (pealed carrots and had them ready to snack on, pears, raspberries, peppers). but after my stomach adjusted I find I don't need to snack much. if I do, its the foods I listed above or a vector protein bar. hope that helps!
  • percolater
    percolater Posts: 55 Member
    I've been doing 1200cals per day for 40 days now. I find, for me, it's best to divide my calories this way; 50 for breakfast (that's the milk in my coffee,) 500 for lunch, 500 for dinner, and 150 bedtime snack. If I don't save up for dinner and late snack, I go to bed hungry and can't sleep.
  • ChamayneF
    ChamayneF Posts: 12 Member
    Hi! :) I used to set my goal as 1200 cal but I almost always went over and was always hungry :( I recently upped it to 1700 based on the 1lb/week goal and so far I'm able to stay below that without much work. But I'd love to know how you guys manage on the 1200 cal plan so I can hopefully give it a try again later. Also I'm restarting after a loooong hiatus so I could definitely use support/motivation too feel free to add me
  • LUHAN27
    LUHAN27 Posts: 211 Member
    My calorie goal is also 1200! :)
  • kleamon15
    kleamon15 Posts: 7 Member
    http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/diet-nutrition/advice/a20559/lose-weight-meals-oct04/
    I've been following this since Sunday and its wonderful!! If I get hungry I grab a few carrots to munch on.
  • rhirvo
    rhirvo Posts: 162 Member
    I'm on it too and a notorious night time snacker especially with a little one that goes to bed at 730... I've found pickles are the best snack if you love salty and savory foods otherwise if you like sweets there are tons of fat free sugar free puddings out there.
  • kleamon15
    kleamon15 Posts: 7 Member
    I actually am allowing up to 1500 not that I try to hit that but just so I don't feel deprived. I've enjoyed all the meals on that menu very much especially the chicken salad!!
  • 3mallard
    3mallard Posts: 3 Member
    kleamon15 wrote: »
    http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/diet-nutrition/advice/a20559/lose-weight-meals-oct04/
    I've been following this since Sunday and its wonderful!! If I get hungry I grab a few carrots to munch on.

    Thanks for sharing the article, great plan! :-)

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