[dms6k]

My BMR is roughly: 1855 calories.

My TDEE is roughly: 2550 calories

Checked this on several different calculators and pretty consistant on all.

So what should I eat to lose 1 pound per week? Do I take 500 off 2550 and stay between 1855 and 2050?

[TripSwitch]

Here's what I would do... I would start at 1800, since in my experience most people underestimate the calories that they are consuming... And if you lose about a 1lb a week great... If you lose more than you can always add a few more calories back... or just stay with it if it's working for you...

[NorthernChick13]

Hey dms6k, I just wanted to let you know I posted something similar but with my own stats in this same forum. I put my own thread because I didn't want to hijack your thread, but I am still sorry for the similar posting. Your post made me do some research and I've got questions too now!

Again, I'm sorry if I took away from your question. Hopefully our threads move us both toward a stronger understanding of all these whacky numbers!