Macros

EatLiftLaugh
EatLiftLaugh Posts: 4 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I'm 5,11" 29 years of age and weigh 238lbs(lost 75lbs in the last year and a half). I was doing strictly weight lifting with very little cardio in the time span but have hit a plateau. I want to loose weight while maintaining muscle I have build. How do I set up my macros? Based on weight loss? Or based on muscle gain? Or based on maintenance? Also I've started incorporating 25 minute of cardio every morning(fasted) 5 days a week one day hit the next steady so on and so forth. Thank you in advanced. FYI I still lift by muscle group 5-6 days a week with 2 leg day sessions lol.

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  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    Awesome weight loss so far!! High five!!

    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10177803/recomposition-maintaining-weight-while-losing-fat/p1
  • EatLiftLaugh
    EatLiftLaugh Posts: 4 Member
    Thank you. I'll take a look at the link.
  • mgalovic01
    mgalovic01 Posts: 388 Member
    I'm not sure what your diet looks like now, but here's my advice if you haven't implemented these things yet. Switch to whole grains from enriched wheat flour products. Cut back on sugar, and junk foods. You can supplement it with stevia and honey. Get into the habit of preparing your meals, instead of eating out. Switch from vegetable oil to extra virgin olive oil. Avoid fried and greasy foods. If you do eat them sometimes, dab them with a clean napkin first. There are lots of healthy and tasty recipes on pinterest.
  • EatLiftLaugh
    EatLiftLaugh Posts: 4 Member
    My diet is very clean with the exception of date nights cheat meal. Which is still about 40% on the healthy side(usually a burger(beef) from a favorite local place). I eat the way you have suggested. Whole grains, lean protein(chicken or turkey)the protein shake twice a day.
    Brown rice and vegetables for carbs. Rarely eat any type of bread besides the cheat meal. Thank you
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