No, you shouldn’t be eating 1,200 calories/ day
Enter your info below to find out what your calories should be.
I want to be clear… the numbers are correct.
Even still, I know you. You’re going to plug in your numbers and be surprised by the calculations. That’s because you likely haven’t been eating enough for most of your life.
The other alternative is that you’ve been eating more than enough but diet culture has convinced you that in order to lose weight you must be eating less than 1800 calories/ day. That’s simply not the case - especially since your goal is strength.
The numbers you’re about to read are generic. They don’t take a starting point into consideration. For example, if you’re currently eating significantly less than your TDEE, you can’t jump right up to it without gaining weight quickly.
If you’ve been eating around this number but your protein is significantly less, then you might find it a challenge to jump right up to your new goal protein.
Weight loss via macro tracking is like using a GPS to take you on a trip. You can’t get to where you’re going without already knowing where you are.
Interested in learning more about macro tracking, including where you can get more of each macro nutrient, FAQ, how to start, and more? Click below for…
Mifflin–St Jeor TDEE Calculator
Estimate BMR, daily calories, and an optional macro plan (protein, fat, carbs).