Macro goals.

louised88

Hi all! I hope this is the right place to post this, I've adjusted my macro goals to aim for more protein/less carbs. Is there anyone with an open diary (I'm desperately seeking ideas and guidance here!) with similar macro goals? I'm aiming for 40% carbs, 40% protein and 20% fat (and will probably hit about 45/30/30, but aim high, right?).

If anyone doesn't want to open their diary, but has advice/meal/snack ideas, please make suggestions, I'm open to everything!

Zichu

Hey, I'm currently at 35/30/35. I used to be at 40/30/30, but because I am hitting lower on my carbs, I decided to lower it and increase my fat intake consider I am pretty close to 35/30/35 anyway lol.

My protein sources are mainly eggs, meat off all kinds and fish. I often have Cottage Cheese and Peanut Butter, rarely have I had to rely on my protein powder. The last time I used my protein powder was probably over a month ago or maybe even longer. I will be using it again today though to try out a Brownie Recipe.

So if you aren't a vegan or vegetarian, go for lean protein like chicken, plenty of fish for the healthy fats, nuts for fat and protein, low fat cheese like Cottage Cheese, Greek Yogurt is another good source. Eggs, you can do egg whites if you want to lower the amount of fat throughout the day, but to be honest, I just have whole eggs, they taste great and they don't contain much saturated fat to be honest.

stuffinmuffin

Hi, I think my diary is open so feel free to have a look through. I've never really paid much attention to macros over the last MFP year and a half as (personally) it's not something I could conform to on a daily basis. Yesterday I probably had my month's allowance in cheese but I guess over time it all evens out! I stick to only my calorie numbers and whatever I eat within that suits me! I eat fairly well though - loads of veg, wholegrains and minimal sugar and processed foods. I think you have to do what suits your lifestyle and motivation so try things and then try others if those things don't work - you can really tailor MFP to suit what you can maintain in the long term.

I think people that eat higher protein and lower carb the macro thing becomes a really useful tool, if that might be something you'd like to try.

Best of luck! : ) x

louised88

Thanks guys! More eggs are a good idea, as is peanut butter. My only problem is that dairy tends to upset my stomach a little bit so getting enough protein is tricky anyway, I'll have to try and strike a balance with lean animal protein and nuts, probably with a bit of protein powder, and I'll try cottage cheese, I've never had it before so definitely worth a try. I could live off quinoa, pasta and lentils if I had my way, but getting enough protein has always been an issue

@stuffinmuffin, I've never really looked at the macros either, but I'm trying out a bit less cardio/heavier weights and my losses have slowed right down, so I'm gonna mix it up a bit and see what happens! I think you're right, you need to try things and tailor the setting to what works for you.

PercivalHackworth

Hi :-)
Everytime I adjust the macros, I use the following rule/ guideline :

#1 - Protein intakes
I hit my protein macro with everything. Usually proteins comes with fat (mackerel, salmon, eggs)

#2- Fat intakes
Based on protein ones, I complete with pure fat intakes (dried fruits or oils

#3- Carbs intakes
Pick my favorite food. Put as much as I could to fill my goal

louised88

Hi :-)
Everytime I adjust the macros, I use the following rule/ guideline :

#1 - Protein intakes
I hit my protein macro with everything. Usually proteins comes with fat (mackerel, salmon, eggs)

#2- Fat intakes
Based on protein ones, I complete with pure fat intakes (dried fruits or oils

#3- Carbs intakes
Pick my favorite food. Put as much as I could to fill my goal

That's actually a really good idea. I'll definitely try this approach!

PercivalHackworth

Hi :-)
Everytime I adjust the macros, I use the following rule/ guideline :

#1 - Protein intakes
I hit my protein macro with everything. Usually proteins comes with fat (mackerel, salmon, eggs)

#2- Fat intakes
Based on protein ones, I complete with pure fat intakes (dried fruits or oils

#3- Carbs intakes
Pick my favorite food. Put as much as I could to fill my goal

That's actually a really good idea. I'll definitely try this approach!

Carbohydrates are the macros you can easily adjust, that's why I put em in the "last".
Protein are as important as fat, actually I've the following split :
50/25/25 C/F/P

Kmsnomaha

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