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So tired when losing weight!

ShmareParks
ShmareParks Posts: 88 Member
edited November 2024 in Challenges
Whenever I am operating within (or even 200 or 300 over) my calorie goals I am ridiculously sleepy! I have to take little naps at my desk at work and immediately when I get home from work. I am typically a hard-working and energetic person but even coffee can't open my eyes when I am on the losing path. As soon as I start eating a "gaining or maintaining" amount, my energy comes back. Is this normal?

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  • ildjcm
    ildjcm Posts: 4 Member
    Have you tried tracking your blood sugars? Maybe they are doing something crazy when you eat less that makes you sleepier?
  • bbell1985
    bbell1985 Posts: 4,571 Member
    It can happen. If you play with your macros you might find a split that works better for you as far as fatigue. You could also consider decreasing the size of your deficit
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