Macros

mcelekne13
mcelekne13 Posts: 1 Member
edited November 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hey all!!I have been working out for a years but recently got more serious about weight lifting and building more lean muscle and reducing fat. I just started counting macros to try and get the best results. I have found numerous different macros calculators online and they all seem to be giving me different grams for proteins, carbs and fats. Any suggestions on best calculator? Thanks!!!

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  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,011 Member
    Macros are pretty much personal preference. Building muscle depends mostly on your workout, and losing fat comes down to calories.

    General recommendations for health and fitness is 0.6-0.8g of protein per lb of body weight and 0.3g of fat per lb. You can eat more than that if you want. I know some folks feel more protein is better, but it doesn't seem like there is a consensus there.

    If you don't get too many replies here, you might try posting in the Gaining Weight/Bodybuilding thread :drinker:
  • J383
    J383 Posts: 4,574 Member
    I use carb Manager for macros. It helps me stay on track.
  • igottagetthisrite
    igottagetthisrite Posts: 40 Member
    The macros depends on the diet your doing. For instance I'm doing the keto diet so I'm on a low carb high fat diet.
  • AnvilHead
    AnvilHead Posts: 18,343 Member
    Everything you need is right here: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/819055/setting-your-calorie-and-macro-targets/p1
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