Yo yo dieting

Inspiration15 wrote: »

So here I am AGAIN! Counting calories to lose 15-20 pounds. Counting calories is all I do. I eat between 1200-1500 a day but can’t seem to weigh what I want. Any suggestions on how to stop the cycle?

Perhaps you are trying to lose weight too fast, so the way you are eating and exercising isn't sustainable to maintain your loss?

With 20 lbs to lose, you should be expecting to lose an avg of 0.5lbs - 1 lb per week. Log accurately and consistently and try to learn from your food diary. What foods did you eat on days you struggled with hunger? What did your macros look like? What about the days you hit your calorie goal easily? You want to find a way of eating that you enjoy, that's practical, and that keeps you satiated at the right calorie level for the rest of your life. Good luck!

Inspiration15 wrote: »

So here I am AGAIN! Counting calories to lose 15-20 pounds. Counting calories is all I do. I eat between 1200-1500 a day but can’t seem to weigh what I want. Any suggestions on how to stop the cycle?

Have you tried changing what you eat, like maybe more whole foods? Maybe try intensifying your workouts. Your body gets used to things very quickly, so it's our job to notice when we need changes.

I notice cooking at home helps me so much because you know what you're putting into your foods. I hope this helps!