Showing posts with label losing weight. Show all posts
Showing posts with label losing weight. Show all posts

Saturday, November 6, 2010

New Stats - new scale

I just got myself a new scale today. My new stats:

Weight: 167 lbs
Body fat %: 17.4
Hydration %: 60

I was totally not expecting an increase of 2% in body fat and I was hoping to be at 170lbs because that is what the gym was measuring. I guess now that I have a scale, I can measure it during the morning right after getting up.

I'll try again tomorrow to see if measuring body fat during the afternoon changes when measured in the morning.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Caloric Intake - Redone

I think I overdid it the first time I calculated my calories. Why? It seems like I gained weight. In the mornings I am weighing 170lbs instead of 167lbs. I am sure that digestion and food still in my body play a factor but I do feel bloated. Also, after taking the pictures earlier today, I actually think I should focus on losing some body fat (I thought I was actually skinny before).

Summary of Steps:
Step 1. Calculate BMR - basic energy requirements
Link: http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/

Step 2. Use the Harris Benedict Equation
Link: http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/harris-benedict-equation/

Step 3. Add or subtract 250-300 calories for weight loss / gain


My Stats:
Weight = 170 lbs
Height = 70 inches
Age = 27
Gender = Male
NEW GOAL: Lose body fat, gain lean muscle

My Numbers
1) BMR = 1830.5
2) HBE = 2837(with moderately active since there really are only 5 days of intense workout). With "very active" it would be HBE = 3157.6, a difference of over 300 calories
3) Caloric intake for weight loss (-500)= 2500 calories

The nutrition guide recommends subtracting 500 calories for weight loss and +250-300 for weight gain.

I guess this is an important lesson - keep assessing your body needs, and be flexible to modify your diet when needed.