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Originally Posted by PoohP  You don't want much do you  I am a white female, age 49, 5ft 5in, and weigh 301 lbs. I hope to be able to exercise at least 3x weekly, maybe more as my energy level goes up. I plan to start out walking since I have been sedentary for so long. I do have a treadmill, exercise bike, weights etc...
I am heaviest in the hips and thighs. I had a knock-out hourglass figure when I was a teenager. I don't expect to get that back but would like to have some flattering curves without major bumps! Thanks for your help! |
Are you accusing me of being demanding?
Based on your stats/activity level, your body is going to burn about 2440 calories a day on its own.
I think for starters we should shoot for a 1440 calorie per day consumption rate for you; that will allow you to lose roughly 2lbs a week after you get going for a bit.
To take it down to the macronutrient level, you should shoot for roughly each day:
115g Protein= 460 caloires
75g Carbs= 300 calories
75g Fat= 675 calories
That will bring you to about 1435 calories a day, right around where you need to be to lose 2lbs a week!!
It's important to keep track of what you eat each day so you can not only see what is working for you, but make sure you're staying close to your eating goals. This isn't an exact science, but try to come close. If you eat 1535 calories one day, make up for it with 1335 calories another day, etc.
Hope this helps.