Beginner-friendly calorie deficit coaching

Start Your Calorie Deficit JourneyWith Real Filipino Foodand Support

Take the free quiz so we can understand your goal, then join the free coaching session to learn how to start calorie deficit realistically — no extreme diet, no complicated routine.

Not sure how many calories you need? Try our free TDEE calculator first.

Free quiz → Free coaching session → 8-week coaching

1. Take the free quizSo we can understand your current goal and struggle.
2. Attend the free coaching sessionLearn the basics from Coach Jerry and real member stories.
3. Join the 8-week programGet guidance, accountability, and support if it fits your goal.

Built by the CALDEF community. Guided by Coach Jerry.

A realistic coaching flow for members who want food tracking, support, and accountability.

Food tracking
Support
Accountability
Success stories

Real CALDEF Success Stories

Real members. Real progress. Real Filipino lifestyles.

Shared with permission. Some faces may be blurred, hidden, or cropped for privacy. Results vary by starting point, lifestyle, consistency, and effort.

Neil Jayson Caballar before transformation Neil Jayson Caballar after transformation
Results vary. Shared with permission.

Neil Jayson Caballar

Former CALDEF Moderator · IT Incident Manager · Fitness Enthusiast

Neil's transformation is a strong example of the CALDEF approach: build awareness, stay consistent, and use accountability when motivation drops.

Consistency Accountability Calorie awareness Fitness habits Personal growth

Strong progress starts with awareness, consistency, and support.

Disclaimer: Results vary depending on consistency, starting point, lifestyle, health, and personal effort.

Rica May Bitonio before transformation Rica May Bitonio after transformation
Results vary. Shared with permission.

Rica May Bitonio

48 kg lost120 kg → 72 kg

Calorie deficit · Consistency · Self-discipline

Rica May Bitonio, 25, lost 48 kg by applying calorie deficit, intermittent fasting, consistency, and self-discipline. Her progress helped her physically and mentally while moving close to her 70 kg goal weight.

Calorie deficit Intermittent fasting Consistency Self-discipline Lifestyle change

“I never thought I could do it, but with patience, discipline, and consistency, I changed my lifestyle.”

Disclaimer: Results vary depending on consistency, starting point, lifestyle, health, and personal effort.

Anjelle before transformation Anjelle after transformation
Results vary. Shared with permission.

Anjelle

75 kg starting point3 months postpartum

Calorie Deficit Advocate

Anjelle started her calorie deficit journey at 75 kg, 3 months postpartum. She learned to weigh food, follow a daily calorie target, use 16:8 fasting, add daily 10k steps, and later include home workouts for body recomposition.

Calorie deficit 16:8 fasting 10k steps Home workouts Consistency

Main lesson: Consistency creates long-term results.

Disclaimer: Results vary depending on consistency, starting point, lifestyle, health, and personal effort.

Transformation proofs

Real Body Transformation Proofs

Shared by CALDEF members to show real progress through calorie deficit, consistency, walking, workouts, and sustainable habits.

Real member body transformation proof
Real member progress
Calorie deficit transformation proof
Calorie deficit transformation
Walking and consistency transformation proof
Walking + consistency progress
Body recomposition transformation proof
Body recomposition progress
Sustainable habits transformation proof
Sustainable habits progress
Shared CALDEF member transformation proof
Shared with permission

Shared with permission. Some faces may be hidden, blurred, or cropped for privacy.

The Problem

Most people do not need an extreme diet. They need a clear system they can actually follow.

CALDEF Coaching is designed around real Filipino lifestyles, not perfect meal prep, complicated gym routines, or all-or-nothing dieting.

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Confused with calorie deficit

Learn what matters, what to track, and how to stop overcomplicating the basics.

Unsure how to track food

Understand portions, calories, and common food choices without panic.

Struggles with consistency

Build repeatable habits with accountability instead of relying on motivation only.

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Eats normal Filipino food

Rice, ulam, carinderia, fast food, and family meals are handled realistically.

Does not know where to start

The quiz helps the team understand your situation before next steps.

Founder, Coaches & Moderators

The CALDEF Team Behind the Program

Community trust, coaching authority, and moderator support work together so members are not trying to figure out weight loss alone.

Aiza Tibio

Aiza Tibio

Founder / Calorie Deficit Group PH

Community builder and CALDEF founder.

Aiza founded Calorie Deficit Group PH, a large Filipino community focused on helping people understand calorie deficit in a realistic and supportive way. She leads community direction, education tone, and member support vision for CALDEF Coaching.
Coach Jerry

Coach Jerry

Lead Coach

Fitness coach and online fitness educator.

Bachelor of Physical Education, UP Diliman. 15 years of coaching experience since 2011, starting as a swimming coach. Worked with Slimmers World (2012), Fitness First (2013-2020), and Anytime Fitness as Head Coach (2022), now freelance since 2023. Certified Fitness Coach (Fitness First), AIK Olympic Lift Certified, TRX Certified, BLS Red Cross Certified. 1.1M followers on Facebook as a fitness influencer, known for making fitness easier and more realistic at home.
Coach Joseph

Coach Joseph

Admin / Certified Coach / Full Certification

Coaching guidance, member support, and program coordination.

Coach Joseph supports CALDEF Coaching through coaching guidance, member support, and program coordination.
Russel Hernandez

Russel Hernandez

CALDEF Moderator

Community support and member guidance.

Russel helps maintain a supportive and respectful community environment for members, keeping the space organized and beginner-friendly.
Chris Jamil Dela Cruz

Chris Jamil Dela Cruz

CALDEF Moderator

Community support and member assistance.

Chris supports member communication, group engagement, and community assistance, helping members feel guided throughout the program.
Take Quiz → Free Coaching Session → 8-week coaching

How CALDEF Works

The path stays simple: take the quiz, attend the free coaching session, then join the 8-week coaching program if it fits.

Take the Free Quiz

Tell us about your goal, current habits, and support needs.

Attend the Free Coaching Session

Learn the next steps and see if the program fits your situation.

Join 8-Week Coaching

If it fits, follow the onboarding instructions and start the coaching program.

Inside the 8-week program

What You Get Inside CALDEF Coaching

A realistic system for normal Filipino food, daily movement, habit building, and coach-guided accountability.

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Real Food Tracking

Learn calorie awareness with rice, ulam, carinderia meals, and everyday portions.

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Daily Step Goals

Use simple walking goals to support fat loss and consistency.

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Weekly Structure

Build habits one week at a time through a clear 8-week coaching timeline.

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Accountability Support

Get guidance, check-ins, and community support so you do not need to figure it out alone.

Support tool

Macro App Helps With Tracking. CALDEF Coaching Helps With Guidance.

Macro App can help you log food faster, while CALDEF Coaching gives the guidance, accountability, and support that helps tracking turn into habits.

Use the app for meal logging, camera food scans, barcode scans, and calorie awareness. Use coaching for structure, feedback, and consistency.

Important note: Free download includes app onboarding and preview screens. Full meal tracking features may require a one-time in-app purchase.

Available for Android and iOS.

Want coaching while building tracking habits?

Start with the free quiz, attend the free coaching session, then join the 8-week program if it fits.

Macro App calorie tracking preview

Fast Meal Logging

Record meals quickly without making food tracking feel complicated.

Camera Food Scan

Take a photo of your meal and turn it into a food log faster.

Barcode Scanning

Log packaged foods more conveniently by scanning barcodes.

Better Calorie Awareness

Use the app to understand your intake and build better daily habits.

Special support

Special Support

Additional support helps keep the online experience clear and organized.

Ken Tibio

Ken Tibio

Website / Technical Support

Ken helps with the CALDEF Coaching website and technical setup to keep the online experience clean, organized, and easy to use.

Leah Supetran

Leah Supetran

Admin / Special Support

Supports admin coordination and internal operations for CALDEF Coaching.

FAQs

Questions visitors ask before joining

Click each question to expand.

Yes. The quiz is free and helps us understand your goals before inviting you to the coaching program.

No. The quiz is only the first step. If the program fits your needs, we may contact you with details.

Yes. CALDEF Coaching is designed for Filipinos who want simple guidance with calorie deficit, food tracking, and consistency.

No. The goal is to learn better portions, calorie awareness, and sustainable habits.

No. CALDEF Coaching focuses on sustainable weight loss habits, not extreme restrictions.

Start Your Free Weight Loss Quiz

Start Your CALDEF Coaching Quiz

Answer the quiz so the CALDEF team can understand your goals, invite you to the free coaching session, and guide you on whether the 8-week program fits.

CALDEF Coaching is for general fitness, food tracking, lifestyle support, and accountability. It is not medical treatment. Results vary depending on consistency, lifestyle, health condition, and effort.

After answering the quiz

We'll review your answers and share next steps for the free coaching session if appropriate. While waiting, you can join our CALDEF Facebook community for tips, support, and updates.

Join the CALDEF Community
For ready members

Payment Form for People Instructed to Join

The first step is still the free quiz. Use this payment form only if CALDEF has instructed you to proceed or you are already ready to join the 8-week coaching program.

Open Payment Form

After payment: Submit your proof through the form and wait for CALDEF onboarding instructions.

Only pay through official CALDEF payment channels.

CALDEF Coaching is for general fitness, food tracking, lifestyle support, and accountability. It is not medical treatment. Results vary depending on consistency, lifestyle, health condition, and effort.

After payment

What Happens After You Pay

  1. Complete the official payment form.
  2. Submit your details and proof of payment.
  3. Wait for CALDEF confirmation.
  4. Receive onboarding instructions.
  5. Join the official program group.
  6. Start the 8-week coaching program.
Important disclaimer

This coaching program is for general fitness, lifestyle, food tracking, and accountability support only. It is not a medical program. If you have a medical condition, injury, pregnancy, eating disorder history, or other health concerns, consult a qualified health professional before joining.

Free calculator

Free Calorie & TDEE Calculator

Estimate your maintenance calories and see a realistic calorie deficit range for your goal.

Calculate your starting calorie estimate

No name, email, or login required. Your inputs stay in this browser while you calculate.

Centimeters only for now.
Kilograms only for now.
Results are estimates, not medical advice.

Your result is a starting point

The calculator gives you the number. The quiz helps identify why progress feels hard. Coaching helps solve the struggle.

This calculator gives an estimate only. Your real needs can change depending on sleep, steps, training, body composition, health, and consistency. Track your weight trend for 2–3 weeks and adjust based on real progress.

Avoid extreme dieting. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, have a medical condition, or have a history of eating disorder, consult a qualified professional before making major diet changes.

Privacy note: Your calculator inputs are processed only in your browser. CALDEF does not save your calculator result unless you separately submit information through a form.

The calculator gives you a number. The quiz helps reveal the struggle.

If you want support applying your target with normal Filipino food, start with the free CALDEF quiz.

Free quiz

Start Your CALDEF Coaching Quiz

The free quiz is available on the main page. Answer it so the CALDEF team can understand your goal, current habits, struggles, and support needs.

Takes a few minutes

Quick and simple — no long essays needed.

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Helps the team understand you

Your goal, struggles, and current habits.

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No pressure

Next steps are reviewed by the team, not automatic.

Submitted

Thank You for Answering the CALDEF Coaching Quiz

Your answers will help the team understand your goals and support needs.

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Wait for team review

The CALDEF team will review your answers.

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Check your email or messages

Next steps will be sent to you directly.

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Follow next instructions

Continue with whatever CALDEF Coaching shares next.

Learn About the Program
After your quiz is reviewed, the CALDEF team will share the next steps if the coaching program fits your needs.
Legal

Privacy Policy

How CALDEF Coaching handles website, calculator, quiz, coaching, and payment-related information.

Last updated: June 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how CALDEF Coaching handles information when you use our website, calculator, quiz, registration forms, coaching inquiries, and payment confirmation forms.

Who We Are

CALDEF Coaching provides general fitness, food tracking, lifestyle support, and accountability coaching for people who want a realistic approach to calorie deficit and healthier habits.

Information We Collect

Depending on what you choose to submit, we may collect contact details, goals, current habits, food tracking experience, coaching preferences, payment confirmation details, and optional health or fitness screening answers. We collect this only when you intentionally submit it through a form or direct inquiry.

TDEE Calculator Data

The TDEE calculator processes your age, sex, height, weight, activity level, and goal in your browser to generate an estimate. CALDEF does not store these calculator inputs or results unless you separately submit information through a form.

Quiz and Registration Data

When you answer the quiz or registration forms, we use your submitted answers to understand your goals, review coaching fit, organize next steps, and communicate with you about the free coaching session or program instructions.

Coaching Inquiry Data

If you contact CALDEF Coaching with questions, we may use your message and contact details to reply, support your inquiry, and keep related internal notes when needed.

Payment Confirmation Data

If you are instructed to proceed with payment, submitted payment confirmation details are used to verify your transaction, coordinate onboarding, and provide program access. Do not submit payment proof unless you are using official CALDEF instructions.

How We Use Your Information

We use submitted information to review coaching fit, send next steps, support onboarding, answer inquiries, coordinate coaching operations, improve website clarity, and protect the integrity of the CALDEF Coaching process.

External Services We May Use

We may use trusted external services to host the website, manage forms, organize responses, send communications, support online sessions, process inquiries, and understand general site performance. These services may process information only as needed for the purpose of providing CALDEF Coaching services and improving the website experience.

Site Performance and Interaction Data

We may collect limited non-sensitive site interaction data, such as page visits, button clicks, and general usage patterns. This helps us improve the website and understand which parts are useful to visitors. We do not include personal calculator inputs such as age, sex, height, weight, BMI, BMR, TDEE, or calorie targets in this data.

Data Retention

We keep submitted information only for as long as it is useful for coaching review, communication, onboarding, support, record keeping, or legitimate operational needs. We may remove outdated or unnecessary information when it is no longer needed.

Your Privacy Rights

You may ask about the information you submitted, request corrections, or request deletion when reasonably possible. Some records may need to be kept for legitimate operational, safety, dispute, or compliance reasons.

Health and Fitness Disclaimer

CALDEF Coaching provides general fitness, nutrition awareness, lifestyle, and accountability support. It is not medical treatment, diagnosis, or a replacement for professional healthcare advice. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, have a medical condition, have a history of eating disorder, or have health concerns, consult a qualified professional before making major diet or exercise changes.

Contact Information

For privacy questions, contact CALDEF Coaching at admin@caldefph.com.