Increasing my calorie intake???

theburnetts1 · April 2012

So I've heard alot of comments on here about increasing your calorie intake instead of sticking with the 1200 calories recommended. Does anyone have any imput into this. I work out 5-6days a week jogging 3+miles/Biking 7-12miles plus Zumba on Tuesday and Thursdays. I recently just rejoined this site and am trying to get this set correctly!! Any comments would be greatly appreciated.

jesscaponigro · April 2012

I tried that whole 1200 calorie thing and it definitely wasn't for me. I actually stopped loosing weight. You should set your weight loss goal to 1 pound a week instead of 2. I'm eating about 1400 calories a day and since then I have been losing again and I feel more satisfied.

Jamiewoodle · April 2012

YES! You should increase calories! 1200 might be alright is you're short and don't work out AT ALL!!!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/3047-700-calories-a-day-and-not-losing

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/501511-great-read-on-plateau-ing

These threads explain why you should eat more

TKHappy · April 2012

I'm increasing mine starting this week, I really have been stuck at the same weight for a little while and I'm exhausted by the time 7pm rolls around! I figure I will try it for a few weeks and see where it leaves me.

gemiwing · April 2012

Take a read through the info and stickies on this group:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/3817-eat-more-to-weigh-less

Better to be prepared and have some knowledge about what to expect.

1200 is most likely too low for you- each person has their own range and you can absolutely find the right one for you.

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