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Sep 5, 2024
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Forest Green
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I was hoping to not have to go that low. I may start at 2000 and focus on
protein/fiber/veggies more as others have suggested and see where I’m at after doing that for a while.
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I’m in my mid 40s & have been lifting weights for about 3 weeks. What should I
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:12pm
Fiber and protein
homegrown
Sep 5, 2:13pm
RE: I’m in my mid 40s & have been lifting weights for about 3 weeks.
HimmerFredette
Sep 5, 2:13pm
Not an expert, but my uneducated opinion:
gangbusters
Sep 5, 2:14pm
2500 calories seems pretty high if you're trying to lose weight. What was your previous daily caloric intake?
Greg Kite's 'stache
Sep 5, 2:16pm
I really don’t know. But I’m pretty sure it was a lot more. I’ve been eating
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:34pm
Can't outwork the fork
CSoul
Sep 5, 2:35pm
That’s one of my favorite sayings also. I lost 35 lbs a few yrs ago just going
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:44pm
If you're losing weight at that caloric intake then stay there, especially
Mjolnir
Sep 5, 3:55pm
ignore actual weight and shoot for looking better in your clothes
byujag
Sep 5, 2:20pm
Good advice. I see a lot of people who work out consistently but really don’t
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:38pm
Your basal metabolic rate is probably going to be 1900 or so. You should put calories at around 1800-1700.
CSoul
Sep 5, 2:20pm
I was hoping to not have to go that low. I may start at 2000 and focus on
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:39pm
Yup, that's fine for a start. I usually like to be below the BMR so that you still lose even when you
CSoul
Sep 5, 2:41pm
The amount of calories (2500 or 2000) needs to be as such that your consistently
LakeshowCougs
Sep 5, 2:20pm
Thanks for the encouragement and advice!
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:45pm
Here is what I did to go from 225 to 195 in 16 weeks
leanmeanCoug
Sep 5, 2:21pm
Awesome work and results! In addition to keeping track of protein, what’s the
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:46pm
It was anywhere from 1800-2000 calories.
leanmeanCoug
Sep 5, 4:56pm
It is amazing how the cheats can keep you going.
Q-grr
Sep 5, 2:54pm
Don't get discouraged when the weight bounces. You will get inflammation
libertycoug
Sep 5, 2:21pm
1 gram protein/pound for better muscle building results
Thrill
Sep 5, 2:24pm
Don't weigh more than once a week (at the same day same time) and remember
NOCAL_YFAN
Sep 5, 2:24pm
Good advice. I used to weigh daily, and I’m changing to weekly.
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:48pm
Honestly since you were beginning the only change I would make is increase
EQD2
Sep 5, 2:33pm
Overall I’m taking it pretty easy in terms of weights. I’m mostly focusing on
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:51pm
You've already put in 3 weeks, don't change anything, stay consistent
deliciousmocha
Sep 5, 2:38pm
Good feedback here. Why the inclined treadmill rather than jogging?
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:55pm
Biggest thing considering your age is to focus on sustainability
bythenumbers
Sep 5, 2:42pm
Yep, listen to your body.
Q-grr
Sep 5, 2:56pm
Sustainability and non-injury is a huge focus for me. Thanks for the advice!
Forest Green
Sep 5, 2:56pm
Track macros and not necessarily calories. The My Fitness Pal app will help
TheRealU
Sep 5, 3:08pm
I am 54 years old and lift 5-6 times a week for the last 3 years. I cannot
Dynomite
Sep 5, 3:14pm
I'd suggest listening to this Huberman podcast about the relationship
mitchbyu
Sep 5, 3:44pm
I'm not sure why people are recommending fiber on here as it won't aid in body
Mjolnir
Sep 5, 4:04pm
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