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Part 2 of “master training” in macro-based eating

 

Part 2 of “master training” in macro-based eating (for weight loss)

Ready to get into the GOOD stuff?! The other day I wrote a BLOG post that explained how to calculate your macros. You can read that HERE

If you haven’t read it yet, please do that first because today we’re going to put those numbers you calculated into ACTION! (Again, this will all make sense once you read THIS FIRST)

Knowing and tracking your macros can be game-changing for your metabolism … and will not only accelerate your results but help you to feel and look AMAZING!

Before we get started, some tips:

TIP 1: Don’t stress about getting your macros exactly right. Use them as ballpark figures vs. trying to be perfect and hitting them exactly. Think of this as a PROCESS of learning, vs. something you have to master right out of the gate.

TIP 2: If you don’t already have an online food journal, you’ll want to create an account at one of the free sites (I use and recommend MyFitnessPal) since they have databases of nutrition info for almost any food.

TIP 3: It’s easier to plan your meals/macros AHEAD OF TIME. Otherwise you can be left with a weird configuration at the end of the day, wondering what you can eat to hit your numbers.

Ready? It’s time to open up your food journal and map out a day’s worth of eating!

The first few times you do this, it will take a little while but it won’t be long before you can whip up an entire day in just a couple of minutes.

In my last email, we calculated the macros for someone who is trying to hit 2,000 calories a day and who has a goal of losing fat/gaining muscle:

250 grams of protein a day

55 grams of fat a day

155 grams of carbs a day

In a nutshell, first you’ll layer in the protein-rich foods for all your meals, then your carbohydrates, and finally add in fats (like salad dressing, butter, etc.), and adjust the amounts once you’ve plugged in all your meals.

As an example, for protein: at breakfast you would enter “eggs,” at lunch, “tuna,” and for dinner, “chicken breast.” If you use protein powder to make a shake for a snack/post-workout meal, enter that, too!

Then, look at how many protein grams that adds up to for the day and see if you’re near the 250 gram mark — but don’t worry about it if you aren’t!

Next it’s time for the carbs — “starchy” carbs like legumes, quinoa, oats, potatoes, greek yogurt, etc. get added in, in moderation. You’ll find some of your carbs will even bump up your protein number!

Next up it’s veggies & fruits. It can be helpful to shoot for at least one serving at every meal.

Once you’re done with that, it’s time to finetune your plan to get closer to your target macro numbers for the day!

TWEAKING YOUR PLAN:

  • A lot of people struggle at first with their protein numbers — they get too little — or their fat numbers — they get too much! The fix: adjust your portion sizes or upgrade your food choices. NOTE: You’ll get the most benefit out from protein you eat if you spread it out over the course of the day in fairly equal amounts.
  • It’s helpful to track fiber. According to the USDA, women under the age of 50 should aim for 25 grams a day and men, 38 grams. Women over 50 should try for 21 and men, 30 grams. If your fiber is low, check your fruit and veggie choices, and also your starchy carbs — adding a ½ cup of legumes (like black beans) can really help.
  • If your fat number is low, try adding some healthy oil like olive oil to a salad or your veggies, or some healthy fats like nuts and seeds.

I hope this helps! Combined with a structured exercise plan this will help you achieve amazing results! Need help getting started? Click HERE to schedule your complimentary session to learn more about us and how we are different.

Yours In Health,

Brian

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About The Author: Brian Meisenburg is a Buffalo Personal Trainer who helps clients lose weight, drop fat and reclaim their health. Learn more at www.appliedfitnessinc.com

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