Hi everyone I’m just starting out with my health journey, trying to lose weight and feel stronger. I’m currently around 132 lbs, down from 138 at the start of the year. I initially lost 6lbs but haven’t been able to lose anything for months, mainly because of a few big life changes.

I recently started a new job with a 1 hour 20 commute and have been too tired to work out afterwards. When I calculated my TDEE it said it is 1500 while my Apple Watch says I burn 1350ish daily when I don’t exercise. I’ve been trying to eat 1300kcals a day but I’m struggling to keep to this. I’m also a grad student with upcoming deadlines, but this should relax for a bit soon.

I was wondering if anyone had any tips, either for exercising after or before work or sticking to around 1300kcal? I don’t mind if progress is slow but I ended up gaining this week, I think because I ate more over the weekend after being hungry in the week.

Any advice is appreciated!