Macros

amandanilo

I see a lot on here about "macros". I see that it has to do with how much protein, carbs, fat, etc you intake? Is that correct?

What exactly are Macros?!

Thanks!

socioseguro

Hi

You are right in the money

This link may be of help

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/912920-in-place-of-a-road-map-3-2013

Good luck in your healthy journey

LolBroScience

Yes,

That's correct.

Macros ---- Macronutrients

Protein: 4 calories/gram
Carbohydrates: 4 calories/gram
Fats: 9 calories/gram

Macro breakdown will vary from person to person, as will calorie levels due to energy needs and goals.

My macros are - 169 protein, 392 carbs, 84 fats at 3,000 calories currently.

PikaKnight

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/819055-setting-your-calorie-and-macro-targets

socioseguro

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/819055-setting-your-calorie-and-macro-targets

Thank you PikaKnight.

This is a better reference

amandanilo

Thank you!

I tried a couple macro calculators online. Every one is giving me different information!

28 years old
Female
214lbs
5 ft 4in
I work a desk job but I work out 3-4 times a week
I have no idea what my BF% is
I'm looking for weight loss!
My TDEE has been coming up as 1885
My BMR is coming up as 1668

Can anyone determine my macros? It would be much appreciated!

pettychia

A good rule of thumb is to use the 40-30-30 rule with 40% of your calories coming from carbs, 30% from protein, and 30% from fat. Use LOLBro's stats to figure these out for your daily calorie allotment:
Protein: 4 calories/gram
Carbohydrates: 4 calories/gram
Fats: 9 calories/gram