MyFitnessPal, Fitbit, BMR and Weight Loss

[Michelle822]

I have a question ... I have, for years, used MFP and have loved using it.  I've recently gotten a fitbit and am integrating the two...

But, I have a few questions....

As I've been reading some information on BMR.  When I calculate my BMR, it shows as nearly 300 more than the 'allowable' amount of calories that MFP calculates.  I've read that I should NEVER eat less than my BMR calculated amount - as it can damage my metabolism... So, Question 1:  Is this accurate, in your experience and do you adjust your MFP min calories to your BMR amount to avoid this?

For MFP, I set my 'normal activities' to sedentary per the fact that I work at a desk (and that is what it suggested).  Question 2:  Since getting my fitbit, my activity/exercise has increased dramatically... Should I be changing this setting OR is it unnecessary, since I have MFP set to pull in my fitbit 'steps' and adjust my calories, accordingly.

Hope my questions have made sense ... thanks, in advance, for your input!!

[VivisFitbit]

Nice to see you @Michelle822!  I'm glad to know you're taking advantage of linking your MFP and Fitbit accounts. I recommend checking the Calories Adjustment article, this will explain how Fitbit and MFP create an average of your calories. 

Since you are more active, YAY!  You can change the settings of your account. By doing this, it will provide a more accurate calories count.

Hope this helps and good luck!