30 M 195. 2300 to little for weight loss? I’ve plateaued - but can’t imagine going lower

Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I found fasting 24 hrs (eg Monday evening 7pm to Tuesday evening 7pm) once a week accelerated things for me.

like

What is your height and recommended caloric intake for maintenance?

like

Do you do strength training? If not, look up Sal DiStefano on YouTube - he talks about the issue with caloric restriction / reduction to lose weight. It will work for a while but not sustainable long term (both to keep the fat loss off and lose more). Of course the first few pounds you shed so “quickly” with caloric reduction so it’s way more motivating - but the best strategy is building muscle and eating protein every meal - but this one is a super slow process compared to the first one - but it will be sustainable for life.

I’m talking sustainability long term (yes it takes more time to burn fat, but at least you’ll keep it off for good). Different foods have different hormonal effects on the body even on a same calorie comparison. It’s the hormones that tell your body what to do (store away, use as energy, reduce hunger etc). Higher protein will lead to satiety and consequently less cravings. The energy balance equation is always true, but it’s too simplistic to explain the physiological aspects of the body, and people always misinterpret it to mean that eating considerably fewer calories, always leads to sustainable body fat loss, it does not. OP is not currently eating 4,500+ kcal. He’s eating only 2,300.

Have you tried calculating your TDEE? Figuring out how much you burn each day is the starting point, and then you gently reduce from there. It’s slow and can be frustrating when you want to see results quickly, but this is a long game if you want to keep the weight off.

I’d recommend figuring out your TDEE, then eating 500 calories a day below that. Try it for a month. If you’re losing around a pound a week, great keep going. If your weight loss is much lower or higher than that, your TDEE calculation was probably a bit off. You’d then increase or decrease your calories by 200 - 300 (depending on if you’re losing too fast or too slow respectively), and try that for a month. This WILL work over time, but you have to be consistent.

With all of that said, there are a thousand other factors that impact your weight day to day (water retention and inflammation from working out, bloating from eating salty food, waste in your GI tract, etc.). That’s why it’s crucial to look at your weight as a trend over longer periods to eliminate some of that noise.

Finally, if you’re resistance training (which is great for weight loss and health overall!) you may want to take body measurements in addition to weight. A lot of folks might not see the scale move, but they’ll notice their clothes start fitting better and their waist is down a couple of inches. Between water retention and putting on muscle (over months), the scale can stay stagnant even though you’re making progress. Weight is not the whole story.

That’s a lot of words for me to say “it depends” as the answer to your original question. :) happy to chat more if you’d like, feel free to DM.

Related Posts

Will get COVID vaccine today. That means party is an option at b school?

likeuplifting

How would you handle not getting a lunch break when you are a salaried employee treating patients for 40 hours a week? I don’t get documentation time either, but all notes are to be completed the same day. Some of us have reached out to HR and we’re told to discuss it with the regional director, but the regional director says we’d have to come in early or leave late to block out a lunch break. My commute is an hour each way, so I’d prefer not to make my day any longer. Advice?

like

Happy Friday San Diegans! If you would like burn some calories and donate to a great cause, F45 is hosting a donation based workout open to anyone who wants to participate tomorrow at 9am!

Post Photo
like

Those living in 1960s & 1970s homes, how do you overcome the fear of asbestos in home materials even though the home has been updated. Any tips overcome the worry? Not yet tested for asbestos

like

Thoughts on at-home pregnancy test 7 days post day 5 embryo transfer? Risks? Downsides? We have our blood test Sunday on day 9.

like

Hi All! For those that have had HSGs/saline sonos done, did it mess up the timing of that cycle? I’m going on 2 weeks after my period was supposed to start (and am not pregnant) and frustrated because my doctor is waiting on my period to start in order to start with IVF. Thanks in advance for any insights you may have!

like

Bump is now getting bigger at 16 weeks and planning on adding a moisturizer for belly. Any recommendation?Just saw an ad for Frieda mom’s pregnancy moisturizer. Anyone tried it and is it pregnancy safe?

like

Anyone use a lawyer to get increased disability? If so, any recommendations?

Had a miscarriage.. it’s my 1st baby and we didn’t find out until 12 weeks (via ultrasound) that the baby passed away at 9 weeks and had to get a dnc. My body is still recovering.. Just want some hope or I guess stories of success after having a miscarriage. I do have pcos so it’s harder for me to get pregnant.. but it still happened. Anyone have any thoughts or advice? Does it get better..?

like

Hi everyone! I’m considering getting Invisalign treatment after noticing that my bottom teeth have started to bunch up/get wonky over the past 2-3 years. It’s something that is starting to bother me and I’m becoming more self-conscious and insecure about it...

My dentist said I qualified for Invisalign and it would cost £3,000 in total. What have your experiences been with Invisalign? Is it worth it? How inconvenient did you find the process? Any thoughts welcome!

like

Mental health is busy, looking for tips to help manage tasks, currently I supervise 12 therapists in 3 different departments that are all different with unique dynamics in each dept. I still carry a small caseload on top of this. I'm struggling with my patients and worry I am not giving them my best, I wax and wane between focusing on patients and therapists. Looking for advice navigating this type od conversation with my leadership, we have all been asked to work on increase billable time...

like

I recently found out a family member has an addiction problem. What can I do to help them? Are there treatment facilities they should go to?

like

Not sure what to expect from this app. Kind of new to me. But how do people handle depression and anxiety in the workplace? I’ve been getting panic and anxiety attacks lately. My doctor prescribed Wellbutrin. Has anyone had success with this med? Has it affected your ability to work?

like

Hey there! I am currently taking Adderall and thinking about switching to Vyvanse. Those of you that have taken Vyvanse, did it affect your sleep or caused weight loss?

like

Has anyone been successful in negotiating the schedule on a global pregnancy bill? My provider won't bill by visit and split the global cost into four payments all due by the 28th week. I don't understand how that's legal since it is so off the calendar of services and crosses calendar years (and insurance coverage), where most costs are incurred at the end of pregnancy with increased visit frequency and delivery.

How do you help someone get out of depression?

like

Everyone coming into NZ from somewhere else will now need to self quarantine for 14 days. And no cruise ships can dock until after 30 June. Good luck my fellow Antipodeans.

F*****-up story…please be constructive (but also open & direct)
With my wife for 14 years, 2 kids under 8y - both under a lot of pressure bc Covid/work/private life/… and have been (unconsciously) running away from our couple not working “since a long time” (dixit my wife). We want to try and fix it, but I also met someone new (not sure if she would even want me) and wondering if it’s worth fixing it (since we are trying/running/avoiding it for years) - just worried about the kids…any advice

like

Would someone explain whether Insurance Defense is the same as Personal Injury Protection (PIP)? Does insurance def include PIP? Thanks in advance.

like

More Posts

Hey Guys. Regarding the forced layoffs in PS. It’s high time we unite and hit them back. I’ll request all people who’ll receive the video connect email from PS to do one important thing. Use a a pen camera or a hidden camera(small) in your pocket before attending the call and record the call and events. These peoples should not be spared. Try to get some evidence and let’s expose to public media and other legal teams. You can do this anonymously thereby saving others from this crap.

likefunny

Does anyone know what the base salary increase is going from Analyst to AVP at Barclays in the UK is? Front office trading role

like

Assuming personal interest in each agency’s work is equal, any benefits or advantages to joining one of the three over the others: SEC, DOJ (antitrust, market integrity, etc.), or FTC?

like

Ladies, I am F in my late 30s with fine, medium-length, flat hair. It’s been thinning and feel like I am losing a lot of it.
I’ve tried oral supplements but it didn’t do much to help (just grew hair on my face instead 😳). Any recommendations that might have helped you with the same issue? Anything topical that worked for you?

like

I am looking for any referrals in audit/ advisory firms. I have worked in 3 of the big four audit firms and currently working in Canada in the financial services industry (head office in Boston).
I have 15 years experience in the financial services industry and worked in various countries.
Looking to move to USA. I am Canadian citizen and holds CIA (USA), CPA Canada, ACCA UK.

like
like

🤝 Pay it Forward:

Drop a piece of advice or wisdom that has seriously helped you as a copywriter! Help another user and pay it forward. 👇

likehelpful

What is average year on year hike in Adobe?

like

Content manager at a start up in NYC?

How can a jr designer make a solid jr art director? My book has big idea concepts w/ executions & video but nothing traditional advertising. Interests are: overall mood, meaning, relevance. Any tips?

like

I am looking for job as an assistant manager strategy or chief of staff. I have work experience of 7.7 years. I have completed my MBA. Please let me know if you have any openings or can refer

like

Hi Fishes, I got offer from IQVIA and Legato. Which is better in terms of quality of projects, job security and wlb?

IQVIA offers 1.5L more fixed pay and 1.5 L Variable Pay.

like

How much bonus did coforge pay in year 2022? 100%?

like

What are peoples thoughts on lockdown? Seems weird that it is likely to continue beyond April given all vulnerable will have had at least their first vaccine by then

like

Has anyone bought a list of prospects that was actually legit? If yes, what company did you use?

like

Do we have any friends in O&G here?? More specifically upstream?

like

Is it better to choose Nutanix over VMware, if Nutanix is compensating way more?

Dvp role ? How is it ? Should someone join in IT operations.

Leave KPMG alone 🤣

Post Photo
likefunny

BofA Vs Hsbc

Which one to choose if BofA is paying 2 lac more than hsbc ? Is Hsbc worth to consider at a lesser pay?

like

Additional Posts in Staying Healthy

Can someone explain why alcohol is so debilitating on your health? I had a single drink and the next day at the gym I could feel that drink just wreaking havoc on my workout routine. Anyone have any tips on getting a balance?

likefunny

I want to get my husband a Theragun for Christmas. He is active and plays basketball a couple of times a week and always complains of soreness. My question is which model is the best? Elite, Prime, or Mini?

like

Experience sharing on calories deficit -
I have a normal body build but want to lose a few pounds(especially around my belly). I am making visible progress now by eating less(work gets busy and I use that to forget about hunger), a lot of walking, have casein protein to feel less hungry. Diet is really what do the trick.
But there are drawbacks too - my energy level(especially around night time) drop significantly that the level of exercise I used to do feels hard (light/mid intensity)

like

Really weird question. I sometimes pull out my beard hair when it gets long. It’s always in one location. I just noticed today that my hair has NOT grown back in that area (on my chin) and it’s visibly obvious. Will it ever grow back…?

like

I’m trying to get my parents into adopting healthier eating habits but nothing is really sticking. Do you have any recommendations or like books I can give them to teach them what’s actually good to eat vs. falling for good marketing/ fads?

like

Thinking about getting a fitness tracker, like a Fitbit, anyone have any recommendations? Want to spend under $100, but willing to spend a bit more if it’s really worth it.

like

Does anyone have experience with coolsculpting? I am considering having my upper arms done. I am fit and not looking to lose weight- just address some stubborn pockets of fat that I have always been insecure about. Thanks in advance!

like
like

Which apps do you use for counting calories? Doing this is both eye opening and scary... 100 cal for 1 tbsp of Jiff Peanut Butter? Jesus...

like

Whenever i have a big deadline, my body goes into a panic mode where my energy immediately goes to figuring out how I’ll get something done well and on time. Outwardly, I don’t seem stressed so no one notices but actually I usually feel like I have a cold: fatigue, headache, sore throat, sinus infection. When a task is done, i stop feeling like crap. It’s been like this since law school. Any tips on managing stress or moving towards doing good work without my body shutting down lol?

like

Taking my first project with travel. A bit concerned about maintaining a healthy lifestyle while traveling M-Th for 3 months. Has anyone found a way to keep a good routine for staying in a gym/running and keeping a good diet while on the road?

Thanks in advance

like

Guys, I’m hooked on Oat Milk. What’s your guys’ favorite brand? I’ve been drinking Oatly.

like

Just did sit ups. Walked into the bathroom to check, still nothing 😐

likefunny

Just finished my workout and off to get some sushi. Happy Sunday everyone and hope you all have a good week!

likeuplifting

Anyone else extreme ? Love the fit life and sometimes will do 2 a days and be ok with eating one meal, but other times will spend the day barely moving and eating on my sofa. Can’t escape fatty life

like

Family member saw me working out hard and called me a "retard" for pushing myself being at max speed and "making faces". Seriously? When you push hard, it's supposed to be - hard. No?

Anyone do yoga as their primary form of physical activity? I love doing it, but to me, it doesn’t seem nearly as beneficial as doing cardio or strength training. My personal goal is to lose 8-10 lbs.

like

Wavering between tired and happy. Finally getting my stamina back post covid. I've walked 10 miles in the past week. Pre covid I was walking between 2 and 4 miles a day. But I can tell I'm still not 100 percent. I'm so tired in the evenings. Hopefully that will fade the next couple of weeks.

like

If I originally got the Moderna vaccine, is it advisable (ie is it better protection against COVID) to get a Pfizer booster? I don’t see any info about which booster to get if you didn’t get J&J

like

Question about fiber.

Last year, I was diagnosed with IBS following a few years of unexplained bloating, chronic upset stomach, and frequent bowel movement.

Because of the diagnosis, I’ve cut back on caffeine to only 1 cup of coffee per day about an hour after waking up before a workout.

Diet is relatively balanced. High protein so I take some enzyme with fiber supplement. Fiber seems to make the IBS bloating worse which on a daily basis is pretty irritating.

Any suggestions?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal