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rosej31
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Most people on here suggest to set your macros at 40%carbs,30% fat & 30%protein.
Now would that help to lose weight or what, I'm not really sure I understand
Now would that help to lose weight or what, I'm not really sure I understand
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Idk about "most". Mine are 35p, 30f, 30c. I'm going lower calorie higher protein. That changes depending on how much exercise I get.
Do what works for you. It's just a tool, not an absolute.2 -
The only thing that matters for weight loss is a calorie deficit. Some people find it easier to stick to that deficit with a different macro percentage than MFP gives you when you sign up (50/30/20). Personally I've mostly stuck to the default, sometimes going 45/30/25, and felt fine.3
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I usually stick with the recommended, if anything I up the protein a bit. Some people swear by certain percentages but my experience is that calorie deficit is more important unless you are trying to build muscle or have cardio goals.1
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Agreed.The only thing that matters for weight loss is a calorie deficit. Some people find it easier to stick to that deficit with a different macro percentage than MFP gives you when you sign up (50/30/20). Personally I've mostly stuck to the default, sometimes going 45/30/25, and felt fine.
OP: Weight loss comes from a calorie deficit. People adjust their macros based on personal preference. Mine are 35/30/35 I think. Adjust your macros to goals that you will keep you satiated through out the day.1 -
Mine are 35% carb, 35% protein, 30% fat currently. I eat higher protein because I lift weights. Your macros should be fine. Weight loss comes from eating fewer calories than your body burns regardless of your macros.0
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riffraff2112 wrote: »I usually stick with the recommended, if anything I up the protein a bit. Some people swear by certain percentages but my experience is that calorie deficit is more important unless you are trying to build muscle or have cardio goals.
Speaking purely in terms of weight loss, calorie deficit is all that matters. Macros can make a difference for satiety, workout performance and retention of lean body mass, so in that sense they're worth playing around with if any of those things matter to a person - but arranging your macros at any particular ratio isn't going to make any significant difference as far as increasing/decreasing the rate of weight loss.
Mine are set in the neighborhood of 40/30/30 (carbs/fat/protein) because I find it offers me the best satiety while putting me where I want to be as far as proteins and fats go. I don't obsess over hitting macro goals, but the way I eat puts me at least somewhere close most of the time without having to do much conscious tweaking of my diet.
OP, here's a good read on setting up your macros, along with some explanations of why: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/819055/setting-your-calorie-and-macro-targets/p12 -
That doesn't help you to lose weight, because losing weight depends on how much carb,protein,calories and fats you are eating per mean and that should be clean carb and fats. If you need any help, feel free to text me.0
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I only pay attention to calories and I ignore fat, carbs, etc... I agree with those who have said that weight loss results from a sustained calorie deficit.
I have found that if I don't want to be hungry, I end up eating pretty healthy. It just works out that way because I am trying to get the best bang for my calories. And I eat things I like. I do not drink any calories.0 -
That doesn't help you to lose weight, because losing weight depends on how much carb,protein,calories and fats you are eating per mean and that should be clean carb and fats. If you need any help, feel free to text me.
Whilst a certain % split doesn't mean much in regards to weightloss, (you can have that split but be in surplus), you don't need to eat a certain amount or type of macros or calories per meal. Meal size, breakdown and timing is personal... Do what works for you!
I disregard % breakdowns - I tend to keep protein and fat (grams) constant and move carbs depending on my goals. When I'm prepping for comp, fat does get lowered, and protein if really desperate!0 -
Its not the macros that help us lose weight, its eating less calories than we burn. Set your macros to whatever you prefer. I just left mine at the pre-set ones. Its all about CI/CO.0
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Most people on here suggest to set your macros at 40%carbs,30% fat & 30%protein.
Now would that help to lose weight or what, I'm not really sure I understand
its the calorie deficit that helps you lose weight... chose macros that help you with this (some people like low carb, some low fat etc etc)
40/30/30/isnt a bad starting point. mine are 40/35/25 because 25% of my calories from protein is plenty, and i work better with slightly more fat.0 -
That doesn't help you to lose weight, because losing weight depends on how much carb,protein,calories and fats you are eating per mean and that should be clean carb and fats. If you need any help, feel free to text me.
Please don't. There is no such thing as a clean and dirty carb.
Just concentrate on calories. Eat less than you burn.1 -
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http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/931670/bmr-and-tdee-explained-for-those-needing-a-guide/p1
A good post to read re BMR and TDEE0 -
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RuNaRoUnDaFiEld wrote: »
no actually they are accurate, depends on the machine , ive emailed the Precor company ,trust me
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Azdak/view/estimating-calories-activity-databases-198041
This is a good read on estimating calories burns.
We have all been where you are, believing woo as I call it.
Keep reading and you'll start to see that what we once thought was gospel is actually a load of manure. And once you realise it you start to achieve your goals and sort of get angry that you were lied to for years.0 -
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@lordgod2Elliptical numbers, theyre accurate bc i put in age weight height
No guarantee unfortunately. Ellipticals vary enormously.
Some can be somewhat accurate because the manufacturer put the time and effort into creating a bespoke calorie table from testing a cross section of people in controlled environments. In which case the estimate is as good as anything else. In which case @RuNaRoUnDaFiEld randomly halving a perfectly usable estimate makes it inaccurate.
But some can be a complete joke designed to flatter and encourage the user into believing they are burning huge numbers of calories when they aren't really. In which case halving the estimate may be a good idea.
Researching your particular elliptical and comparing burns you are capable of against other activities will give you a clue.0 -
so i might only burn 500 i n 2 hrs...???. but i eat 1400!!! no wonder im gaining ☹☹☹☹
You add exercise cals ON TOP of the cals you need to eat just to survive. You would use a certain amount of cals just lying in bed, more if you get up and move around even a small amount. You use even more when you exercise - if you don't eat enough to fuel your body processes you stop functioning properly.1 -
TavistockToad wrote: »
This is a major troll mate. Don't waste your knowledge or energy on her/him. Nazi picture in their photos says it all
Thanks.
Hopefully the links will help others reading anyway
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