Macros query

squires03071986

Hi, I've been 'messing' around on here for years but something seems to have clicked for me this time and I'm losing weight quite steadily. Big losses to start as I think the healthy food and increased water was a shock to the system.

My macros are currently carbs 50 protein 20 and fat 30. MFP set these. The carbs seems quite high - I don't know much about nutrition etc.
I exercise quite a lot at the moment as I'm training for sporting events.

Just looking for some guidance off of more experienced people than me as to whether I need to alter the macros?

Thanks.

seska422

If that macro balance is working for you, there's no need to change it. MFP has that as the default for a reason. It falls nicely within the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges.

If you want to play around with the percentages, you can do that too. Some like a bit more protein, such as the Zone diet macros of 40c-30p-30f.

tarothelp

I would alter 50 protein 30 fat and 20 carb and work out regularly at least 3 x per week with some resistance training esp weights. I have found this to be most effectivw