Originally Posted by
levinskee
People think it's absurd that as a female I'm eating 2500kcal on off days (I've been trying to keep it around 2100-2200, but like I said, I'm so freaking hungry). Does this sound like a reasonable amount for my amount of training? I'm 5'4", 127lbs, 16% body fat.
I just want to be comfortable with my consumption and fuel my body properly. If I'm feeling tired and lacking energy quite frequently, I'm sure it's a result of my fuel intake given I've had adequate rest off the bike.
If you're hungry on your light days I would be looking at what you are eating on your work days. As you increase the intensity of your workouts you will be burning more carbs. If they don't get fully replenished on the days you are working you'll be hungry the next day.
How are you estimating your caloric requirements? Do you use a powermeter?