Weight loss help

devidmike · 06-03-2009, 03:42 AM

I'm 5'4" and 149 lbs. I want to lose 10-15 lbs in the next 3 months. My diet is good (no fast food, lots of water, etc.) But just for a guideline, about how many calories should I be getting per day to reach this goal?

Exercise is the main part I need help with. I can't get a gym membership right now, or buy any expensive equipment, so that's not an option. So basically I have running, basketball, biking, jump roping, and other stuff like that available. How much of each of those specific activates should I do to burn a good amount of fat each day?

m11 · 06-03-2009, 05:02 AM

You can do as much of those activities as you like. However, losing fat is going to be a function of your diet.

How many grams of fat, protein, and carbohydrates are you taking in a day? No percentages please. Are you gaining, losing, or maintaining with this calorie intake?

If you do not know the answer to the first question, please sign up for free at FitDay - Free Weight Loss and Diet Journal and report back with about three days of your average macronutrient intake values.

michelleturner · 06-06-2009, 03:52 PM

Yeah, everybody says 45 mins a day, but I mean how many miles running/biking, how many jumps with a jumprope, etc. I want to get a specific number.

And like I said, I can't really afford to buy stuff like adjustable weights now, so what is a good weight of dumbells I can start off with.

m11 · 06-06-2009, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by michelleturner

Yeah, everybody says 45 mins a day, but I mean how many miles running/biking, how many jumps with a jumprope, etc. I want to get a specific number.

And like I said, I can't really afford to buy stuff like adjustable weights now, so what is a good weight of dumbells I can start off with.

Was your profile previously devidmike?

**Built** · 06-06-2009, 06:48 PM

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T_man · 06-06-2009, 07:43 PM

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Kevsworld · 06-06-2009, 08:44 PM

You have to measure your caloric intake:

Strong and Fit: How Many Calories Should I Eat?

06-03-2009, 03:42 AM	#1
devidmike Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 1	Weight loss help I'm 5'4" and 149 lbs. I want to lose 10-15 lbs in the next 3 months. My diet is good (no fast food, lots of water, etc.) But just for a guideline, about how many calories should I be getting per day to reach this goal? Exercise is the main part I need help with. I can't get a gym membership right now, or buy any expensive equipment, so that's not an option. So basically I have running, basketball, biking, jump roping, and other stuff like that available. How much of each of those specific activates should I do to burn a good amount of fat each day?

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m11 www.liftstrong.com Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: FL Posts: 847	You can do as much of those activities as you like. However, losing fat is going to be a function of your diet. How many grams of fat, protein, and carbohydrates are you taking in a day? No percentages please. Are you gaining, losing, or maintaining with this calorie intake? If you do not know the answer to the first question, please sign up for free at FitDay - Free Weight Loss and Diet Journal and report back with about three days of your average macronutrient intake values. Getting Started by Built LG Sciences Board Representative These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, do not constitute medical advice, and are not official or authorized comments by LG Sciences, LLC.

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