Hey guys. I'm a bit stuck and was wondering if I someone could give me some advice. I hope to make the most of this lovely weather while it lasts!
My goal is to simply lose fat and maintain a healthy weight. Most of the fat is stored around my waist. I believe I am considered 'pear shaped'.
The macros calculator suggests consuming 2,568 calories. (I tried calculating the old fashioned way on Scott's page but found it too hard and got two different readings.)
I have chosen a meal plan and I'm slowly increasing my fibre and protein intake.
I was thinking of starting the 'Bodyweight Beginner Workout Program' to work alongside this meal plan.
Would that be a sensible calorie deficit or should I lower or raise the workout intensity? Or maybe gradually increase my calorie intake?
My details are:
AGE: 35
HEIGHT: 5ft 9 1/2 Inches
WEIGHT: 220 Pounds
BODY FAT PERCENTAGE: 32.1% (Based on UK pharmacy scales)
FAT WEIGHT: 55 lbs. / LEAN WEIGHT: 165 lbs.
BMR (MS macro calculator): at rest - 2087.60 / in motion - 2818.26
SUGGESTED DAILY MACROS (MS macro calculator): Protein - 224 grams / Carbs - 267 grams / Fat - 67 grams
SUGGESTED DAILY CALORIE GOAL (MS macro calculator): 2,568
GOAL: Lose fat/maintain healthy weight.
CURRENT ACTIVITY LEVEL: Light (cycling, walking, housework etc.)
CURRENT DAILY CALORIES: 2,000 - 2,500 (gradually increasing my fibre and protein intake)
WAIST: 41-42 inches
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!