Personal trainer put me on a low carb diet?
Jay9201
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Hi, just a quick background I'm 5'5 female 28 years old. I currently weigh around 175lbs. I got a personal trainer to really help me with nutrition and push me with my exercises. I had a really bad reaction to doing the keto diet. I lost 25lbs in 6 weeks and then when I became fat adapted I was constantly nauseous,had really bad GI issues , hormone problems, I lost my period and I had several nutritional deficiencies.
It has taken me all of 2019 to get my gut and health back to a somewhat normal state.
I outlined all of this to my personal trainer, however she wants me to go on a low carb, moderate fat and high protein diet. Because of how much issues I've had I've been medically advised go avoid low carb diets. My personal trainer doesn't understand I paid so much money. I get low carb diets lose weight, but I want to eat a deficit. My current deficit is 1400 cals all tracked with a food scale.
I want to lose 45lbs by end of 2020 if that is even possible.
Is there a possible way to do this without going on low carb diets and just eat nutritious food and at a deficit? I really can't go through that much health issues again.
Thanks for all your tips.
It has taken me all of 2019 to get my gut and health back to a somewhat normal state.
I outlined all of this to my personal trainer, however she wants me to go on a low carb, moderate fat and high protein diet. Because of how much issues I've had I've been medically advised go avoid low carb diets. My personal trainer doesn't understand I paid so much money. I get low carb diets lose weight, but I want to eat a deficit. My current deficit is 1400 cals all tracked with a food scale.
I want to lose 45lbs by end of 2020 if that is even possible.
Is there a possible way to do this without going on low carb diets and just eat nutritious food and at a deficit? I really can't go through that much health issues again.
Thanks for all your tips.
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Weight loss is all about calorie deficits. If your trainer ignores what your doctor(s) say, get a different trainer.25
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Is there a possible way to do this without going on low carb diets and just eat nutritious food and at a deficit? I really can't go through that much health issues again.
Yes, of course. You can eat whatever you like, as long as you eat less calories than you burn.
Of course, healthwise you would be better off eating (mostly) healthy, and I would recommend getting enough protein, especially if you are going to weight train.
But there is no need to go low carb to lose weight!
I would ask a refund for that personal trainer, if she can't even take into account medical advice, she has no business being a personal trainer.
What do you mean when you say you're deficit is 1400? That sounds extreme, I hope you mean you are consuming 1400 calories a day? Which still seems a bit low to me, but certainly much more reasonable than a deficit of 1400.
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The first question I'd ask is if your trainer is a nutritionist? I'm not either but, I know that low carb/high protein diets were designed for heart patients who were too obese for surgery. Your body needs carbs to burn fat. Try eating sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, brown rice.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/low-carb-diet/art-200458312 -
1) Get a different trainer. Yours seems to be broken.
2) Get your doctor to refer you to a Registered Dietician (not a Nutritionist!) for help with healthy weight loss that won't have you relapsing.24 -
Unless your trainer is also an RD or licensed nutritionist they cannot legally give specific nutritional recommendations. While low carb diets do cause weight loss (initially rapid due to loss of water) the loss has been shown be no different at 2 years when compared to a low calorie diet. There are other factors as well, but calories are typically king when it comes to weight management.14
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Is there a possible way to do this without going on low carb diets and just eat nutritious food and at a deficit? I really can't go through that much health issues again.
Yes, of course. You can eat whatever you like, as long as you eat less calories than you burn.
Of course, healthwise you would be better off eating (mostly) healthy, and I would recommend getting enough protein, especially if you are going to weight train.
But there is no need to go low carb to lose weight!
I would ask a refund for that personal trainer, if she can't even take into account medical advice, she has no business being a personal trainer.
What do you mean when you say you're deficit is 1400? That sounds extreme, I hope you mean you are consuming 1400 calories a day? Which still seems a bit low to me, but certainly much more reasonable than a deficit of 1400.
Yes I eat 1400 calories a day. A bit low but it makes sure I'm in a deficit.0 -
Josh_Friedman wrote: »The first question I'd ask is if your trainer is a nutritionist? I'm not either but, I know that low carb/high protein diets were designed for heart patients who were too obese for surgery. Your body needs carbs to burn fat. Try eating sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, brown rice.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/low-carb-diet/art-20045831
She isn't a nutritionist no, thank you I will try those carbs.0 -
snickerscharlie wrote: »1) Get a different trainer. Yours seems to be broken.
2) Get your doctor to refer you to a Registered Dietician (not a Nutritionist!) for help with healthy weight loss that won't have you relapsing.
😂 my trainer is broken. What is the difference between nutritionist and dietitian?0 -
A personal trainer and a nutritionist are completely different things. Your trainer should not be dispensing nutritional advice unless they are qualified to do so, as in a registered or certified nutritionist. Eat what you can, what you like and track your calories. As long as you are eating in a calorie deficit, you should be able to consistently lose the weight.8
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debrakgoogins wrote: »A personal trainer and a nutritionist are completely different things. Your trainer should not be dispensing nutritional advice unless they are qualified to do so, as in a registered or certified nutritionist. Eat what you can, what you like and track your calories. As long as you are eating in a calorie deficit, you should be able to consistently lose the weight.
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I would look into getting a new different personal trainer- yours seems to have a "one size fits all" approach to training- You can eat at a deficit- and always follow your trusted doctor advice over a PT- the doctor has the "whole' picture of your health at stake.7
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Don’t do low carb. If previous experience tells you don’t do low carb, don’t do low carb. If your Dr. tells you don’t do low carb, don’t do low carb.
45 pounds in 52 weeks sounds doable. Give it a try.
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Unless your trainer is also an RD or licensed nutritionist they cannot legally give specific nutritional recommendations. While low carb diets do cause weight loss (initially rapid due to loss of water) the loss has been shown be no different at 2 years when compared to a low calorie diet. There are other factors as well, but calories are typically king when it comes to weight management.
As an aside, this is actually state by state. In my state, anyone can give specific nutritional recommendations without any kind of credentials whatsoever.2 -
snickerscharlie wrote: »1) Get a different trainer. Yours seems to be broken.
2) Get your doctor to refer you to a Registered Dietician (not a Nutritionist!) for help with healthy weight loss that won't have you relapsing.
😂 my trainer is broken. What is the difference between nutritionist and dietitian?
Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. Dietitians are the ones who went to school for it and are certified.7 -
I would look into getting a new different personal trainer- yours seems to have a "one size fits all" approach to training- You can eat at a deficit- and always follow your trusted doctor advice over a PT- the doctor has the "whole' picture of your health at stake.
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Your trainer is a buffoon.4 -
Btw, I'm sorry to hear what you went through in 2019! I'm glad you're starting to feel better. The fact that your trainer knows the gist of what happened and is still acting like you must do low carb is why I consider her a buffoon. Do what's right for you.
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Plenty of people here on MFP can attest to losing weight on 50% or so carbs, including me.
Don't overdo a deficit especially while doing strength training and exercise. 1400 is pretty low (although reasonable for some people). You seem to want to lose about 1 pound a week, so just monitor your loss and how you feel and adjust as needed. You might need to eat more.3 -
I would look into getting a new different personal trainer- yours seems to have a "one size fits all" approach to training- You can eat at a deficit- and always follow your trusted doctor advice over a PT- the doctor has the "whole' picture of your health at stake.
I have gotten rid of the personal trainer, my own doctor advised low carb diet isn't good and to look into a balanced diet.9 -
corinasue1143 wrote: »Don’t do low carb. If previous experience tells you don’t do low carb, don’t do low carb. If your Dr. tells you don’t do low carb, don’t do low carb.
45 pounds in 52 weeks sounds doable. Give it a try.
Good luck!
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Will_Run_for_Food wrote: »snickerscharlie wrote: »1) Get a different trainer. Yours seems to be broken.
2) Get your doctor to refer you to a Registered Dietician (not a Nutritionist!) for help with healthy weight loss that won't have you relapsing.
😂 my trainer is broken. What is the difference between nutritionist and dietitian?
Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. Dietitians are the ones who went to school for it and are certified.
I see! I have an appointment to see a dietician so hopefully can get more information.10 -
gremloBBPT wrote: »Btw, I'm sorry to hear what you went through in 2019! I'm glad you're starting to feel better. The fact that your trainer knows the gist of what happened and is still acting like you must do low carb is why I consider her a buffoon. Do what's right for you.
I know, and the very same trainer has become aggressive and still doesnt understand what went wrong. I want to become healthy and stronger in the right way given my issues. Only downside is I can't get a refund.2 -
bold_rabbit wrote: »Plenty of people here on MFP can attest to losing weight on 50% or so carbs, including me.
Don't overdo a deficit especially while doing strength training and exercise. 1400 is pretty low (although reasonable for some people). You seem to want to lose about 1 pound a week, so just monitor your loss and how you feel and adjust as needed. You might need to eat more.
Thank you I will do.0 -
Anyone can become a life coach or a weight loss coach just by making up some business cards or paying someone else a fee so you can become part of a multi-level marketing dieting program. Find yourself a registered dietitian, cut right to the chase and that way you can eliminate a lot of quacks.2
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YOUR TRAINER shouldn't be giving out dieting advice unless they are a registered DIETCIAN. Any PT can get a "nutrition certification" online in less than a day. Also IF they aren't listening to your concerns, you need to find a different trainer.Hi, just a quick background I'm 5'5 female 28 years old. I currently weigh around 175lbs. I got a personal trainer to really help me with nutrition and push me with my exercises. I had a really bad reaction to doing the keto diet. I lost 25lbs in 6 weeks and then when I became fat adapted I was constantly nauseous,had really bad GI issues , hormone problems, I lost my period and I had several nutritional deficiencies.
It has taken me all of 2019 to get my gut and health back to a somewhat normal state.
I outlined all of this to my personal trainer, however she wants me to go on a low carb, moderate fat and high protein diet. Because of how much issues I've had I've been medically advised go avoid low carb diets. My personal trainer doesn't understand I paid so much money. I get low carb diets lose weight, but I want to eat a deficit. My current deficit is 1400 cals all tracked with a food scale.
I want to lose 45lbs by end of 2020 if that is even possible.
Is there a possible way to do this without going on low carb diets and just eat nutritious food and at a deficit? I really can't go through that much health issues again.
Thanks for all your tips.
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A "nutritionist" doesn't have to go to school to get a cert. A dietician goes to 4 years of schooling.snickerscharlie wrote: »1) Get a different trainer. Yours seems to be broken.
2) Get your doctor to refer you to a Registered Dietician (not a Nutritionist!) for help with healthy weight loss that won't have you relapsing.
😂 my trainer is broken. What is the difference between nutritionist and dietitian?
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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Fat loss = energy in < energy out, that's it.
As a side, personal trainers should not be putting clients on any diets as they are not qualified to do so.3 -
gremloBBPT wrote: »Btw, I'm sorry to hear what you went through in 2019! I'm glad you're starting to feel better. The fact that your trainer knows the gist of what happened and is still acting like you must do low carb is why I consider her a buffoon. Do what's right for you.
I know, and the very same trainer has become aggressive and still doesnt understand what went wrong. I want to become healthy and stronger in the right way given my issues. Only downside is I can't get a refund.
I took the ACE personal trainer certification class and test for my own enrichment. ACE specifically states giving specific nutrition advice is an ethics viloaton and can result in loss of certification. I'm guessing most reputable certification organizations have the same policy.
If the trainer won't give you a refund tell them you will be contacting their certifying organization.16 -
Theoldguy1 wrote: »gremloBBPT wrote: »Btw, I'm sorry to hear what you went through in 2019! I'm glad you're starting to feel better. The fact that your trainer knows the gist of what happened and is still acting like you must do low carb is why I consider her a buffoon. Do what's right for you.
I know, and the very same trainer has become aggressive and still doesnt understand what went wrong. I want to become healthy and stronger in the right way given my issues. Only downside is I can't get a refund.
I took the ACE personal trainer certification class and test for my own enrichment. ACE specifically states giving specific nutrition advice is an ethics viloaton and can result in loss of certification. I'm guessing most reputable certification organizations have the same policy.
If the trainer won't give you a refund tell them you will be contacting their certifying organization.
This ^
Lots of times a no refund policy isn't applicable to certain types of situations that the company isn't going to disclose.
For example, food sold by Amazon says "Not eligible for return." That doesn't mean you can't get a refund. It just means you don't have to return it in order to get the refund, and have to contact Customer Service. I've received refunds several times when the product I received wasn't as described on the site or was unusable for other reasons.
@Jay9201 did you pay the trainer directly or was it through a gym? There are several ways to get a refund, including doing a charge back through your credit card company.4 -
I can’t emphasize how much you need to get a different trainer. The whole point of paying money for a personal trainer instead of just, say, reading a book about working out and diet, is to have personalized advice tailored to your needs. If the trainer ignores your needs and gives advice based on their beliefs without reference to your situation, what are you paying for? For the sake of argument, let’s ignore that a trainer is not a nutritionist - you explained your medical situation, and the trainer blew you off. You now know that is how this person operates, not listening and blowing you off. Why would you think any other part of their training would be different from that? Ignoring your feedback when lifting and working out is a recipe for bad results and even injury.9
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I'm a runner, and if I don't eat enough carbs my runs are awful. I feel as if carbs fuel my body and improve my workouts. Obviously, everyone is different, but that is my personal experience.5
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