What do I do if I cannot reach my macronutrients goal for the day?

sultan_salahi

Today was my first day of counting my macronutrients and I haven't been able to consume as many as I needed. Do I just let it go and start fresh tomorrow or do I try and reach that goal even if it means eating many things at once towards the end of the night?

PaulaWallaDingDong

Just finish what's left of your calories (how many are left that would result in eating "many things at once"?) and try again tomorrow.

What did you wind up with for macros? If it just "wasn't perfect" then there's no need to worry about at all. If they were way off, doing some pre-planning may help for tomorrow.

I'm more interested in the calories, though. You still need to eat.

Lillymoo01

As long as I get enough protein for the day I am not fussed about my macro goals not being met. On any given day my carbs can be anywhere between 35%-50% and fat can have the same variance. Has not stopped me from losing weight because my calories in is less than my calories out.

RodaRose

Eating at night is o.k. but not necessary. You can eat tomorrow.
The macros are not supposed to be in a perfect balance. Get enough protein and fat most days.

jenilla1

If I get close to protein and I hit my calorie goals, that's the most important. I've never had a "perfect macro day" and I've been here on MFP (maintaining) for 6 years now!