Will this calorie deficit be enough?

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patebishop
patebishop Posts: 31
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I'm a 17 year old male, weigh 156 pounds, am 6'1", and would like to get down to around 150. According to myfitnesspal, a 250 calorie deficit for me would be 1990 calories. Do you think this is a big enough deficit for losing half a pound per week?

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  • MrsRawwwr
    MrsRawwwr Posts: 166 Member
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    That's the general idea. However, it isn't an exact science, so start at that, and then play around with it a little if it isn't working. Best of luck!
  • patebishop
    patebishop Posts: 31
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  • js370
    js370 Posts: 140
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    Your BMR is pretty close to 1900, so I wouldn't do anything less then that...

    and if you exercise, make sure you eat the calories back. Try not to go below 1900.
  • Javajunkie67
    Javajunkie67 Posts: 167 Member
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    You're at a healthy weight now and only 17. Your body is still growing, even at 6'1". Is this to make weight for wrestling or a team? Try measuring yourself instead of worrying about the scale.

    If you want to see more muscles, you'll need to pick up some weights and start lifting. Please, please...find someone to teach you correct form---- so you don't get hurt.

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