Macros

amandanilo · March 2014

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 · March 2014

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 · March 2014

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 · March 2014

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

socioseguro · March 2014

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

Thank you PikaKnight.

This is a better reference

amandanilo · March 2014

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 · March 2014

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

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