How to track macros, simplified!
Oct 05, 2023
If you’re struggling to track your macros, let me simplify it for you.
Lean in…
Instead of tracking everything (protein, carbohydrates, and fat), focus on tracking calories and protein only.
Let the carbs and fats fall where they fall.
And yes, I hear you asking, “Doesn’t this go against the point of macros?”
No, not really.
Ultimately, calories control scale weight whether the goal is weight loss, weight maintenance, or weight gain. And protein helps improve satiation, muscle mass, the thermic effect of food, metabolic rate, and body composition.
So, if you front-load your meals and snacks with protein, then monitor your carb and fat intake via calorie counting; you’re ensuring you’re getting the benefits of protein first while meeting your calorie needs based on your goals.
Now, if you’ve got a highly specific body composition goal (like you’re prepping for a fitness competition), this is not the most effective way to track. You’ll need a 1:1 coach, a customized and closely monitored macro count, and typically a fitness competition-approved meal plan and fitness plan.
But, if you’re someone with more general goals who struggles to be consistent with macro tracking or feels overwhelmed by the thought of recording every little morsel, this simple tracking hack may help.
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