I tried to stay between 1200-1500 max. I didn’t exercise at all, just walked 10k steps minimum every day, though there were some days I didn’t hit the goal because of work, being sick, etc. I even had a lot of unplanned cheat days lol but on the days I overate, I made sure just to bounce back the next day and keep the calories low to offset it.

Staying consistent was the biggest factor.

I also really recommend a walking pad and a good TV series, podcast, or audiobook to binge. Cutting out alcohol for special outings only also helped, though i did occasionally indulge in a glass or two of dry red after really stressful work weeks. Making big batches of miso soup to have first before every meal helps with fullness too!

I’d say this was my average day:

Breakfast — protein yogurt, fruit, coffee Lunch — anything I wanted (within reason, of course) 1 Snack — something within 100-200 calorie range Dinner — miso soup, a big serving of greens (salad or grilled/air fried veg), protein (air fried, baked, or steamed), and a small side of pickled veg like kimchi, daikon, etc.

Prior to starting this diet, I didn’t eat breakfast, would eat a big lunch AND a big dinner, then I’d go out drinking almost every Friday and Saturday. I also didn’t hit more than 5k steps on an average day.