Diet during supervised weight loss period?

[Mel24 51]

What did the dr/NUT put you on for your supervised WL period? I am currently taking Contrave, attending WW, but don't count points. I have been battling the same 5-8 lb for a couple months. When I did my pre op visit, they did the Resting Energy Expenditure test and mine was 85% of average. So since I am only burning 1780 cal at rest, they (NUT) said I should eat 1500 cal to 1800 cal on heavy workout days.

Any tips? I only have to do this for 3 months, but I am still hoping the insurance sees 4 years if WW records, and they will grant the approval. I meet with the dr on 3/12. TIA!

[alwaysvegas 702]

I was already on the following plan when I started my 3-month supervised plan:

• 1200 calories a day + exercise calories
• Low carb (10g or less per meal)
• Lean Proteins
• Exercise 4-5 days a week (3 days weights + cardio, 2 days cardio only). My cardio preference is HIIT on elliptical.

My nutritionist approved my plan an I continued doing that until my pre-op.

Best wish on your journey!

Edited February 24, 2015 by AlwaysVegas

[Mel24 51]

Thanks! I am cutting cardio to 2 days a week, and lifting 3-4, per the exercise dr I saw at the clinic. I need to email him to see if I can do cardio with the weights!

Adjusting from 2200 calories to 1500 has been a "shock" so I am glad it's not to 1200, yet.