That's what I would do, at least that's what I did. But lately, this girl hasn't had much motivation in the workout dept. It's WAY too hot here in Houston, TX so I've become kinda lazy, but I still watch what I eat every day! I've been maintaining now for 7 months, and I consume approx 1400 cals a day. I did start jogging again on Monday. I went 2 months with no work out! I felt awful, it really does give you that extra energy you need to get through. But I've always kept my calories at 1400, sometimes 1200 on busy days.
I think if you just knock off 200 calories on your "rest" days, your body will still get everything it needs, and you won't feel so guilty not working out because you ate lighter. Like I said, that's what I had done. Since I've reached goal, I've only had about 3 cheat/binge days. I've noticed my body is used to it's new size, and if I do go over my calories one day, I cut them back the next day. I try to keep it all about balance so I don't go crazy or fall off the wagon! I wish you the best of luck, and if you need anything, do not hesitate to ask!
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