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AIBU for thinking these calories are way too low?

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Chattyapple123 · 26/06/2026 17:42

Hi everyone,

I’m 76kg 180cm Strength training 4x per week + 12,000 steps daily.
I have been strength training consistently for two years. I recently consulted a personal trainer for fat loss, and she suggested a target of 1,500 calories per day.

I am feeling a bit concerned because the only time I have previously eaten at this level was years ago, when I was significantly less active and not involved in strength training.

AIBU to think these are low for my height and activity? Should I bring it up to my PT or just try to stick to it?

Ive attached an image of my current physique for reference.

AIBU for thinking these calories are way too low?
OP posts:
lljkk · 01/07/2026 08:59

At 5'11" I would have guessed U were 66 kg not 76 kg.

LlamaFluff · 06/07/2026 19:50

Coconutter24 · 26/06/2026 19:23

To loose weight you need to be in a deficit of around 500/600 calories, so if you are maintaining on 2100-2200 then you need to take some away. I’d probably aim for 1700 and if I don’t see changes then go with what the PT advised 1500

This. Just tell them 1500 isn’t going to work and try 1700/1800 and reassess after a month.

Re body fat % there are calculators online where you put in your measurements, so you just need a measuring tape. Obviously they won’t be very accurate but will give you a bit of an idea

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