Is what I'm doing ok???

mm357403
mm357403 Posts: 8
edited November 9 in Health and Weight Loss
I am a 26 year-old male, 6' 1" and weigh 276lbs. I started out 2 weeks and 1 day ago at 293lbs, but I'm not sure if I'm dieting healthy. I want to loose 100lbs total by the first week of July. I'm on average eating 1100-1200 calories a day (all 3 meals and a snack included) and less than 20g of fat. I drink nothing but water and several glasses/bottles of it daily. I workout 5 days a week and I have started jogging as of this week along with walking and strength training.

I am wondering if I am doing this healthy and if maybe you think I can reach my target weight of 190 by July?

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  • picimadar
    picimadar Posts: 68 Member
    Why are you limiting your fat so much?
  • LuckyLeprechaun
    LuckyLeprechaun Posts: 6,296 Member
    losing 100 lbs in 6 mos is damn fast. It's not likely.

    Slow down.
  • cnhanson
    cnhanson Posts: 26
    Have you consulted a doctor? That should be your first step considering the amount of weight you are trying to lose. They can make sure you do it safely.
  • mm357403
    mm357403 Posts: 8
    With what I eat, its never more than 20g of fat. I eat semi-generous amounts, but its all usually low calorie and low fat foods.
  • Heather2784
    Heather2784 Posts: 124 Member
    Have you consulted a doctor? That should be your first step considering the amount of weight you are trying to lose. They can make sure you do it safely.

    Agreed.

    It's definitely possible. But I would bring in some professional help just to make sure you're doing it safely.

    Good luck on your journey! You can do it :smile:
  • SunSand76
    SunSand76 Posts: 83 Member
    I think for your current weight your daily calories might be too low, especially if you're exercising daily. Your body might hold onto the weight thinking it's being starved.... It might take a bit of trial and error to find just the right balace of calories and micronutrients. But once you find what works for you, you'll do great. If your diet is too rigid or restrictive you might find it frustrating in time and find it hard to stick to long term.

    Good luck!! :happy:
  • picimadar
    picimadar Posts: 68 Member
    I personally wouldn't recommend either starting without the supervision of a doctor, nor eating a very low-fat diet. Your body needs fat, it doesn't make you fat.
  • beach_chelle
    beach_chelle Posts: 221
    Have you consulted a doctor? That should be your first step considering the amount of weight you are trying to lose. They can make sure you do it safely.

    ^^^^this^^^^^
  • amymarie8709
    amymarie8709 Posts: 329 Member
    definitely consult your dr. with how much you are exercising you should probably be eating more calories. and higher protein foods as well. And definitely slow down the weight loss goal. It's not healthy to lose that much that fast. Usually if it's a slow weight loss, it'll stay off and you'll know how to manage after you hit your final goal. Good luck!
  • led6777
    led6777 Posts: 268
    I don't think 1200 cals is sustainable for someone your height and weight. It didn't work for me, and I'm a 5'9" 190 lb female. I increased my cals to 1400 and it made a huge difference, and I am losing weight much faster.
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    I agree-- not enough calories unless you're under the supervision of a doctor and preferably a nutritionist. It's really hard to get the nutrients you need on so little. 100 lbs in 6 months means 4 lbs per week, which is double the "recommended" amount. It might be doable but it'd probably be healthier to go slower.
  • mm357403
    mm357403 Posts: 8
    I do have a doctor appointment next week, so I can get a little more info on how to loose this weight healthier and some calculators suggest my healthy weight at 220, while others say 170? Its weird, but I just want to feel and look good. Thank you all and I will update you when I get the info.
  • purpleipod
    purpleipod Posts: 1,147 Member
    Why would you want such a low daily calorie target? I'm pretty sure MFP wouldn't set your target that low, or even close to it. Men can eat more than that and still lose weight. Also why such a short timeline?
  • issyfit
    issyfit Posts: 1,077 Member
    Lots of good advice. I would like to add that I have been much more successful limiting sugar and other simple carbs (refined flour, potatoes, starchy veggies, etc) rather than fat. I do avoid processed fats.
  • StrengthIsBeautiful
    StrengthIsBeautiful Posts: 309 Member
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/457-unofficial-mfp-faq

    Some good info there.
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