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The message below is displayed on bottom of the food tab page of myfitnesspal when below 1200 calories for the day. "Based on your total calories consumed for today, you are eating too few calories. Not only is it difficult to receive adequate nutrition at these calorie levels, but you could also be putting your body into…
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UGH! Starvation mode is mostly a myth, and only happens if you have been eating WAY below your BMR for an extended period of time!!! Stop spreading misinformation!! The message below is displayed on bottom of the food tab page of myfitnesspal when below 1200 calories for the day. "Based on your total calories consumed for…
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Sore muscles: rest them or you can do a recovery workout in the case of leg muscles. Slow walk or slow bike ride. This will increase circulation and help remove the lactic acid build up helping you recover faster. You must drink plenty of water to help flush the lactic acid out. Like many have said the magic happen during…
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1250 cal seems low to me especially if you are exercising. Our body will go into starvation mode and conserve, not burning fat. In some cases it will cause you to loose muscle mass instead of fat. In my ongoing push to reach my goal, I currently eat about 1650 calories a day (40%carb, 30% Protein, and 30% fat). Several…
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Been there. Most likely you have water weigh gain. It is temporary. Exercise may cause some weight gain, eating foods high in sodium or some preservatives, drinking alcohol, and women can also be more sensitive to hormone changes which may contribute to water retention. When I do high intensity workouts or lift weights, I…
