How do I set up my macronutrients?
fitodg
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I want to lose fat and build muscle at the same time. How should go over or below my calories goal, amd what percentages should my macros be at?
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If you're happy with where your weight is, then neither over nor under. You'd want a body recomposition, where you eat at maintenance and work through a good progressive lifting program. If your goal is to lose weight overall, then focus on fat loss first with a deficit and lifting to preserve muscle mass as you lose.
Macro percentages are mostly personal preference. Aim for at least .8 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass.1
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