New Guy - looking for the answer

62Rich

Good day - I am your typical 57 years old man, who is 40lbs overweight. I work 50+ hours a week, sitting behind a desk. Which doesn't leave mush time to workout. It's time for me to get healthy for me - my wife - my children - my grandchildren.
I'm wanting to know more about the percentage of macros I need. I know the MFP defaults to 50% 30% 20% - but for a guy my age is that still a good ratio?
I'm also starting (as of yesterday) to sneak in a little bit of activity during the day... as I am tele-working like so many of us, I'll take a quick walk around the block (0.4 mile). Drop and do some pushups, planks etc.

Terytha

Macros are not super relevant to weight loss except for how satiating your food is. Play with your ratios to figure out what works best for you. Some people find they feel best with more fats, others with more carbs. 50/30/20 is just a rough starting point.

I basically completely ignore mine tbh.

Working out isn't required either though it helps. Calorie is king. Keep your calories down and you will lose weight.