calorie intake?

ok exactly how many calories should i be taking in at 3 1/2 months out? is it normal to feel guilty if i hit 800 calories some days? i do circuit training for 45 minutes 5 days a week plus i have a pretty physical job so should i be taking in more calories? i get about 65-80 grams of protein a day, take my supplements and drink plenty of water, no meat yet though...(i'm scared) lol thanks a bunch for any info you guys can give me....

My nut has suggested somewhere between 600-1000 at this point is good for me, just a little over 3 months....I do eat more when I work out, hitting that 1000 more often than not, but was at a weight loss stall, and I upped my calories and water, and bam...lost 4 pounds so it is all a matter of balance. I do eat meat, and have been since one week post op...was given teh green light by my nut. If you body is able to function on the amount of calories you are getting, then you are ok, but this is also a question I would ask my nut. as all programs are different. Good luck. Gayle

You shouldn't feel guilty for hitting 800 calories a day. That sounds like its right around where you should be. I have a hard time getting calories in most days. I usually don't make it past 500, which I don't think is a good thing. I eat meat and I don't have any problems with it at all.

I do 800-1000 but my Dr. says don't count calories. He says three meals a day protein first, veggies next. Go figure the Nut says one thing and Doctor another.