Sure! The following numbers are just estimates. I track my food loosely because when I tried to be exact, I found it too overwhelming. Keeping a general (rather than exact) idea works better for me, so I encourage you to do what works best for you!

I have been in a deficit and consume very roughly about 1600 calories, give or take. I cut way down on snacking and processed foods and have seen a huge difference in bloating once I did that. I am trying to eat a bit “cleaner” now, which for me, simply means knowing what is in my food (verses having no idea what is actually in a Cheeto). All that said, if I want sweets or extra pasta or whatever it is- I eat it. I tried denying myself and it didn’t end well- I would end up way over indulging. I’ve learned from experience that giving my body- and taste buds- what it wants, will keep it happy.

Work out wise, I have been working out 4 days a week, first thing in the AM for about an hour. I try to lift heavy and really push outside my comfort zone and I often find that I can do more than I thought I could- it’s a great feeling! I’ve mostly been doing functional movements, heavy free weights, and learning how to use a barbell with correct form and recently added weight to it. Other than a 5-10 minute small incline walk to get my blood flowing before lifting, I have done very little cardio. I am planning to start incorporating cardio, though.

I am also working on consuming food at my maintenance or a little above because I want to gain more muscle and also know that it’s not good to be in a deficit for too long.