Obese dude ready to ask for help (MACROS & PROTEIN)
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I am ready to get my weight off and start getting my hormones and everything else in check. I was looking at macros being so important to get dialed in and was hoping others can help me with what I need.
I am 32 - 321 pounds, 6'0" and workout 4 times a week.
This is what I was given for my IIFYM Calculator.
CARBS / PROTEIN / FAT / FIBER / CALORIES
132.4 / 256.8 / 112.4 / 64 - 80 / 2568 Calories
Can anyone help me with why this site is suggesting I do 50% carbs and 20% protein and 30% fat? Also any suggestions on which foods I should pick for proteins. I don't mind eating chicken / meat but I don't want high heavy amounts of meat based protein just because it takes a lot to digest that.
Also anything else anyone can suggest to help me on my journey? I am such a newbie to this area.
I am 32 - 321 pounds, 6'0" and workout 4 times a week.
This is what I was given for my IIFYM Calculator.
CARBS / PROTEIN / FAT / FIBER / CALORIES
132.4 / 256.8 / 112.4 / 64 - 80 / 2568 Calories
Can anyone help me with why this site is suggesting I do 50% carbs and 20% protein and 30% fat? Also any suggestions on which foods I should pick for proteins. I don't mind eating chicken / meat but I don't want high heavy amounts of meat based protein just because it takes a lot to digest that.
Also anything else anyone can suggest to help me on my journey? I am such a newbie to this area.
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I don't know much about Marcos but just wanted to give an encouraging word to say way to go on the commitment and research on your goals0
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Hi well done for taking the 1st step. It's always the hardest.
U sound so eager and willing to succeed.
In my opinion (and this is just my opinion) i wouldn't get too hung up on exact percentages and figures for now. It will all come in time.
Mine says i should eat more fat and carbs than i actually do. The thing is i love more protein based meals so i do what works for me but i am still trying to get more fat into my diet from mackerel and salmon etc. It' a life long process a day at a time and it takes time to get it all as it should be. Little steps make such a big difference.
High protein foods are: most meats, fish (tuna has lots), beans and pulses (baked beans, kidney beans, lentils etc) cheese/ milk (although watch the fat), egg whites and lots more.
I guess u just have to keep checking all the food labels until u kinda just know.
Hope that's helped some and good luck.0 -
What did you put in the calculator as
A--activity level ??
B--goal (how many pounds a week) ??0 -
Might sound like a stupid question, but what are macros?0
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Hi,
Good on you mate,
For your protein, don't forget Tofu. If you get some Chinese sauces like Hoy Sin , soy and some chill, cook as a stir fry it is quick easy and tasty. Get the firm tofu. You can have a healthy dinner on the plate in under 10 min. Plenty of protein very little fat.
In summer I have it as a salad.
Good luck0 -
GillianSmith2 wrote: »Might sound like a stupid question, but what are macros?
Its ok I've got the info0 -
Obese dude you say? No you must say to yourself THE GREAT DUDE. Come on Head up!
Start with "Carb Night" book by John Kiefer.
Good luck0 -
Macros depend on a lot of factors. MFP has a default setting (which I think is what yours is set at). My friend (who was doing a Master's in Nutrition) recommended that I set mine at 40 protein/30 fat/30 carbs; I lift 5 days a week usually. I usually run over slightly on protein and fat; slightly under on carbs. I've found that the higher protein/fat keeps me feeling fuller longer.
As far as protein- lean meats, canned tuna/chicken, beans, lentils, greek yogurt, cottage cheese, tofu (which can be added to pretty much anything from a sandwich to chili).0
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