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My Fitness Supplements Recommendation

Post author By De
Post date July 10, 2019
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My Favorite Supplements

I have heard good, bad, Safe, unsafe, junk and clean but there are so many supplements out there which one is the one for you? Honestly, I have no idea, but I have tried, tasted and trashed lots of supplements in the last few years.

Although, I prefer natural sources or to eat my calories. I have found some supplements that I would recommend for those who don’t have the time, availability or options to eat food they need. Supplements are available to increase what we lack to have in our diet or because of age degenerate or give us more convenient options. No matter the reason to have supplements in your diet. I put my recommendations together because I often get the question, “What supps do you take?”

Pre-Workout

I have found and tried my concoctions, nasty alternatives, but one of my favorite and what I highly recommend pre-workouts is Ujido Matcha Energy Drink Mix makes me feel amazing, and I believe in the ingredients.

Now the debate with supplements is if they have what the ingredient label says. It is unregulated meaning companies can put whatever they want in the container and label it otherwise. At the end of the day, I can’t say 100% yes what is on the label is what’s in the container. I do know the ingredients that are labeled are great, clean and healthy sources of energy. The company Ujido is known for providing a higher standard of matcha ingredient source. I believe in the company and love the effect when I take “Matcha Energy” pre-workout.

During Workouts

I also really love Collagen endurance for pre/during workouts. It gives me amazing natural energy with no crash. My stomach is sensitive to artificial sweeteners, so I have to be wary. That’s why I love Collagen Endurance not only is it easy on my digestion it’s great for healing my gut health because of the collagen. It’s a win-win!

During Workout my workout I usually drink water, BCAAs or . I typically try to time my eating around my workouts so that I don’t need to drink a supplement. Sometimes you are low on energy and need a kick, and that is when Can’t beet this or Collagen Endurance is the excellent solution.

BCAAs

I sometimes use BCAAs during workouts. BCAAs are Branched Chain Amino Acids they are essential acids meaning your body needs them. Leucine, isoleucine, and valine. They occur naturally in the body, but because of lifestyle and stressors. We usually don’t get what we need especially when following a weightlifting regimen.

BCAAs give your skeletal muscles what they need while you are training. They contribute to preserving your glycogen stores offering you the energy you need especially in strenuous workouts which is what glycogen does-gives our energy. Making sure that your glycogen stores are at full capacity also helps with muscle development. If you have the essential acids, you need that you receive from BCAAs your body is less likely to break down the muscle protein that already exists to use for energy and uses the BCAAs that you have supplemented. BCAAs are allowing you to have greater gains and maximize your workout potential.

I love MomSanity BCAAs they are usually recommended for post workout very similarly to help you recover. Combined with a good source of carbohydrate can increase the potential and effect of the BCAAs. Yes, I said eat carbs, especially post workout. Carbs are right for you and if eaten correctly and proportionately can help your post-workout recovery. How much do you need? On average about five grams of BCAAs is helpful to recover. I choose Momsanity BCAAs again because the ingredients are clean less than seven ingredients they taste good and they work.

POST WORKOUT

I try to eat food post workouts it is the best way to fuel your body, but that is not always available or convenient. I still have a Funnel filled with either Nuzest Protein Powder, Nuzest Fruit & Veg or Nuzest Vita Quick. When I was prepping, I would have all three because my coach was about 45 minutes from my house. It was nice to have a clean, lean source of protein ready to go for those long rides home, got my fruits, veggies and vitamins all in one shake.

I discovered Nuzest about two years ago when I thought that supplementation was necessary to be a fit person. According to Instagram, that’s the thing to do. I needed to find a Protein that didn’t aggravate my stomach because of sucralose or other artificial ingredients. I also don’t do whey or casein (same thing pretty much) because of lactose intolerance. Navigating plant-based proteins was not exactly fun, but once I tried Nuzest, I was hooked. It has less than seven ingredients, so creamy and smooth and a high source of protein.

The Problem with Shakes

The problem with protein shakes is they begin with junk. There are no regulations, and after you add you bananas, strawberries, veggies and almond milk they can be the reason you do not see the results you desire. Most people just add the nutrition labels to their My Fitness Pal not accounting for all the extra’s the loaded their shake. Like I said I prefer to eat my calories and a loaded shake can be a calorie killer. Another reason I love Nuzest it starts off low calories and carbs because there are less than seven ingredients. If you did want to add your favorite fruit and veggie mix, it’s not as impactful as other shakes.

Then my friends at Nuzest did one better they came out with Fruit & Veg shakes which are so delicious! I give them to Milah on occasion. Also, great for the winter time when it’s hard to find a lot of seasonal fruits. Nuzest has you covered with their Berry, Mint and my favorite coconut Protein Smoothie.

Collagen

I have written about the benefits of collagen before I can’t reiterate it enough. If you are over 25 years of age, you should be taking collagen daily. As your natural collagen reserves are increasing as you age. This is probably one of the only supplements that I consistently take daily. Usually, while I fast it helps me to get over cravings, headaches and hunger pains.

Meanwhile, providing me with the collagen that is depleting in my body daily as I age. It’s great for heart, liver, digestive, skin, nails and hair and Great Lakes Gelatin is tasteless and hydrolysate meaning more concentrated and easily absorbed in your system. If you don’t take any of my suggestions but this one it will help you tremendously in many areas of your health.

Vitamins

At one point I had to stop taking Vitamins because I was overdosing on Vitamin C and potassium due to my diet of mostly fruits, veggies and meats. After analyzing my nutrition in my College Nutrition class. I found that I was at levels of 160-200% in some micronutrients primarily due to taking in addition to what I was eating a multi-vitamin. I would only recommend a Multi-vitamin if you’re not getting a balanced diet to supplement what you’re lacking. If you eat all the colors, all the veggies and quality carbohydrates, and protein you may be overdoing it. It’s something that you should be aware.

I find in the winter my diet can have ebbs and flows of quality due to availability. I also tend to not eat as many salads as I do in the Spring/Summer months, so I do supplement with a Multi-vitamin. My favorite Multi-vitamin is Smarty Pants Organics Womens Complete. Mostly because of the ingredients and the formula I use is specific to women offering Omega 3s, Probiotics, B12, D3 and Zinc which is great to ward off winter germs. They also come in Vegetarian Gummies in Raspberry, Lemon Lime, and Grape that are tasty. They are not certified gluten-free so that you may be cautious.

So like I have said before. Ideally, I prefer food over supplements but when in need or out of convenience I have these products in my pantry and recommend them to anyone who asks. I figured I would write a post for those who don’t question but wonder.

Why I choose these brands?

I also am an affiliate or sponsored by these products. This post is not to increase my affiliate commission but to share with you what I use and the reason I have become an ambassador, affiliate or sponsored by these companies because I believe in their product. I encourage you to do your research. See what works for you and hopefully give you the additional supplementation that you need. I also am confident if you don’t do your research and choose based on my recommendations that you will be completely satisfied.

Is there a specific criterion that you have when choosing supplements or is it an “anything that taste good” your deciding factor?

My blog is in partnership with all of these brands with the exception of Smarty Pants. I make a commission off the affiliates links, but that does not affect my opinion. I chose these brands because I believe in the product and what they stand for. My Full Disclosure Policy

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Fundamentals of Macronutrients

Post author By De
Post date February 26, 2018
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While I was prepping me macro counting, I also took a few nutrition classes in school. So, that makes me an authority on macro’s, right? Nope, but I am going to let you in on my notes from my research.

What are Macro-nutrients?

According to Visualizing Nutrition Everyday Choices, macros are “Carbohydrates, lipids (aka fats. Proteins, and water.” I do not include alcohol although it is a macro; it is not a nutrient required to live. It does contain calories which is why it is a macro but let’s try to keep it out of our count. These are all considered macronutrients and what we need in large amounts. There are also micronutrients which are vitamins and minerals, and we only need a little that is why they are micro.

So, when someone is counting macro’s they are measuring their Carbohydrate, Fat, and Protein.

carbohydrates

Carbohydrates

Let’s tackle that monster first! Should I eat them? Shouldn’t I? Please do eat Carbs.

The purpose of Carbohydrates is to fuel our bodies with energy. They are stored in the liver, brain, blood, and muscles as glycogen.

You can get carbohydrates from Starches, sugars, and fiber.

You can get carbohydrates from:

Fruit
Vegetables
Grains: Amaranth, Sorghum, Barley, Quinoa, Farro and more
Oatmeal
Steel Cut Oats
Sweet Potatoes/Yams
Brown Rice
White Rice
Whole Wheat Bread
Ezekiel bread
Cream Of Wheat
Cream of Rice

You can also get them from processed foods and drinks but since you’re trying to make healthier choices stick to Whole foods.

How much is enough?

We all are different. Thank God. It can range from zero-700 grams per day. The daily recommendation 130 grams of carb per day. If you are counting macro’s, I would go to a macro calculator. When taking into account your macro numbers, there is usually activity level, body weight, body fat percentages, and goals.

You need to know your Lean Body Mass

A range that I saw consistently was .5-2 grams per pound of lean body mass. Lean body mass everything (including organs, blood, bones, muscle, and skin) that is not body fat.

Body-Fat = Lean Body Mass

The Lean Body Mass Formula:

Body Weight- (Body Weight x Body Fat Percentage) = Lean Body Mass

Or you can use an automatic calculator. Which is secure and google away.

Lean Body Mass is a good thing to know. It will help you to track changes that you have in your Body Fat versus whether the scale decides to behave or not it can give you a more accurate idea of weight loss! It also helps to make sure you are just losing your fat and not muscle too!

Protein

Assist you in building muscles if consumed correctly it can also prevent muscle loss if you have a calorie deficit.

Protein has also been linked to controlling appetite and helps keep you full longer better than fats and carbohydrates do.

Another thing about protein is that it requires a lot more energy to digest than other macronutrients. It has been said that protein is an excellent example of effective calorie burning gram for gram.

That is why a lot of high-protein diets have been associated with better fat loss.

You can get your protein from both vegetables and animal sources:

Egg
Skinless Chicken Breast or Cutlets
Lean Turkey
Top Round
Steak Filet Mignon
Fish
Beef
Cottage Cheese
Pork Tenderloin
Wild Sea Bass Wild Swordfish

Vegetable Sources:

Chia
Hemp Seed
Soy
Seitan
Quinoa
Natta
Spirulina
Legumes

How much is enough?

Again, this is all dependent on YOU! Your weight, body fat percentage and goals need to be accounted for.

A consistent range that I found was .5 grams-2 grams per pound of lean body mass.

According to Authority Nutrition, “The DRI (Dietary Reference Intake) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight or 0.36 grams per pound. This amounts to 56 grams per day for the average sedentary man. Forty-six grams per day for the average sedentary woman.”

Example:

You weigh 140 lbs. and you are at 25% body fat; your lean body mass will be

140 – (140*25%) = 140-32.50 = 107.5 is your Lean body Mass what is left AFTER the body fat.

108 x .5 g of protein = 54 grams of protein. If you planned on consuming .5 grams of protein per day for your goals. That is why with macro’s-goals matters!

We need Fats in our diet

Despite the low-fat nonsense you see in the store. Fat can be good!

Say what? Yep, we need fat to survive it helps us with vitamin absorption, hormones and their regulation, keeps our brain functioning properly among some of the things which are pretty significant.

How much is enough?

Always ask this question, huh? Well, we all know too much is too much but how much is enough?

Good question but guess what that depends on? Yep, you got it your body weight, body fat percentage, and your goals.

A consistent range is 15-45% or .35-.7 grams per pound of lean body mass. That can be calculated just like the protein.

Although, a lot of people give that range. According to Health.gov, you should strive for “a total fat intake of no more than 30 percent of calories, as recommended in previous editions of the Guidelines.”

You can get good sources of fat and poor just like any other macronutrient.

My suggestion:

Olive Oil
Flaxseed Oil
Coconut Oil
Grapeseed Oil
Safflower Oil
Fish Oil
Almond Butter/
Cashew Butter
Almonds
Pecans
Walnuts
Cashews
Natural Peanut Butter
Avocados

What does all this mean?

When someone is counting their macro’s, they are tracking the Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats they eat in a day versus calories.

Now each macronutrient has caloric value in your diet which is where former calorie counters find a little peace.

macroscalorievalue

When counting your macros as long as you focus on the grams of macronutrients and use an amount according to your goals.

With the information from a nutrition label instead of counting calories you can create your Macros:

For Example:

This is an example of how although you are counting macro’s it still equals your calories. Why? Calories are the amount of energy food gives you. Macronutrients are where the calories come from they are the nutrients that provide you with energy.

Are there any other things that need to be counted when calculating macros? No!

NOT:

· Saturated Fat

· Cholesterol

· Sodium

· Dietary Fibers

· Sugars

· Added Sugars

· All the Vitamins, Calcium, Iron and Potassium are Micronutrients so, not these either.

What do I do if it doesn’t have a label?

Google it! My Fitness Pal it, get a educated idea of the macros in your apple, chicken breast, or baked potato. Gift of modern day technology. You can track everything on My Fitness Pal if you like. I just wanted to break it down, so you understand what the macros look like and are coming from.

Still concerned? Or, Ready to try?

For those who are still a concern, I will address a few issues I had at first!

This seems complicated why not just track my calories?

Macro tracking or counting helps you make sure that the weight that your loss is not the muscle you have worked so hard to gain.

Most weight plateaus are from eating their macros disproportionately.

A typical weight loss strategy is to reduce calories but by cutting calories; Do you know if you’re getting the adequate amount of carbohydrates to fuel your workout?

You can remain counting calories but if you’re looking to improve your health. Maintain your muscle definition and work to your bodies best ability. Make sure you’re getting your adequate macronutrients for today. It’ s really up to you I say at least give it a try!

Do you use macros? Have you heard of counting macro’s?

References

Grosvenor, Mary B. Visualizing Nutrition Everyday Choices. 2nd ed. Hoboken: Wiley Visualizing, 2012. Print.

http://www.fda.gov/Food/GuidanceRegulation/GuidanceDocument sRegulatoryInformation/LabelingNutrition/ucm385663.htm http://www8.nationalacademies.org/onpinews/newsitem.aspx?Rec ordID=10490 http://www.nationalacademies.org/hmd/Reports/2004/DietaryReference-Intakes-Water-Potassium-Sodium-Chloride-andSulfate.aspx b+

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Figure Competition Fitness Fitness and Health

Off-Stage Wins: My Figure Update

Post author By De
Post date June 8, 2017
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Last night I was talking to a fellow figure girl who is training to compete in the same competition as mine. Although, we are in the same division our training styles are completely different. I also think that our expectation on the show will be too and although we will both get something different out of it makes the process much different. I am training to compete! I have no aspirations of winning never had I just want the experience of training and stepping on stage.

Do I plan on stepping on stage unprepared? Of course not, I am going to do my best, but my training will never be of that of a competitor training to win. I train about four days a week. Most figure competitors train at least six days a week which is admirable, but I have no interest in that commitment to the training. While my “fellow figure girl” trains six days a week, measures every macro and plans every progress. When I realize the commitment, she had towards her training I had an “aha” moment.

Am I training to win or am I training to compete? It didn’t take me long to answer that question. I am not training to win. Let’s talk about winning. If you want to win something you want to be the absolute best one. You are willing to dedicate, sacrifice and work to achieve your goal.

Bikini Ready

I am not saying I wouldn’t be happy if I won but when I walk in the door. I am just getting on that stage in a bikini. I am going to train my best but I am a mother of three, wife and student first. I don’t have the time or ability to put the effort into training that other competitors are willing to do. I could make the time if I wanted to but I don’t want to my goal is to compete.

Non Trophy Victories

I have achieved some things that I never thought I would along the way which is pretty, awesome! Pull ups! I have never in my life been able to do one pull-up I now can do 20 reps 5 at a time but what? My trainer asked me if I could do one and I have never tried. Well guess what? I can! Who knew?

I can also do push-ups which is something I have always avoided, hated and remembered only achieving on my knees. Pushups are actually fun for me to do and I am working on handstand pushups-my goal is 5 without the wall!

Reality Check!

Guys this is all God! Let’s make that clear! I am achieving things that are require mental focus and every squat, pullup, pushup is me repeating over and over verses in my head and sometimes I really am praying for strength but usually its’ scripture. We call them Power Verses in Bibles & Bootcamps. This is how I have gotten through my fitness journey. God, Consistency and Prayer. Let’s not forget without Him this wouldn’t have been possible I know it. You couldn’t explain any of the things that have happened in my life without saying, “Yep! That’s God!” Those are the wins that I am getting from training to compete.

Bucket List

I also have plans on running the Spartan Trifecta; Again, I just want to make it across the finish line I could care less if I am first or last. My lack of motivation to win is not because I don’t think I can but it’s what I want to get out of each experience. My victory is doing it not winning it.

When I set out to compete I never said, “I want to win!” I’ve always said I want to step on stage which would be the win in itself. This goal is just a desire to try something I have never done before and crossed it off my bucket list just like the Spartan Trifecta.

Now, I also have aspirations of being on American Ninja Warrior which my goal is to WIN! That I feel like you have to want to win even to aspire to try.

Reality of Figure Training

So far training to be a Figure Competitor has been educational, challenging and motivating. The stage date drives me to stay dedicated my nutrition and to make the most of all my workouts. My lack of a desire to win has made me strive for just the minimal effort required to achieve my goal. Most women are training 6 days a week which is admirable but I am striving for 5 and making 4 consistently week to week.

Joy Thief

That is also why I feel that comparing ourselves to others is such a waste of time. If someone was comparing their weight loss to mine that would be silly because I am training to compete in a Bodybuilding competition and you may be trying to drop 40 pounds. No comparison! Just like if I was comparing my progress in training to someone who is aspiring to win or who already competes there is no comparison.

Return on Investment

What you put into anything that you do is what you get out. That is why I encourage my clients to execute with energy all that they do. Whatever energy, positive, negative, reluctant, obligatory whatever that is what you will get out of anything that you achieve.

Maybe one day I will aspire to win, but for now, I am just enjoying the journey. So, far it has had it ups downs,and lulls (mostly food). I do know that this figure life is a boring food life which I am not a fan. I love challenging myself, watching the transformation through different phases of the process.

Next Phase: Bulking

Up until now, I have been leaning out which I don’t really like either. Maybe because I am used to seeing myself larger, but now I am bulking (yes, gains please?!) which has its own ups and down. Up I get more carbs, down I am super full all day long takes some adjustment. I also get to lift heavyweights that part is my fave! Beastmode!

The entire journey is what I was looking for in this goal, so that is actually where I find that I am winning; even if it won’t be on stage.

Is there a difference between training to compete and training to win?

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Fitness Fitness and Health Mealtime Monday

What’s the deal with Macro Counting?

Post author By De
Post date October 31, 2016
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Meal Time Monday [Autosaved]

calculating-macros

I have been counting macro’s for a while now about 6 months and it has made a world of difference in my diet. I also recently just passed my nutrition class at school so that makes me an authority on macro’s, right? Nope, but I am going to let you in on my notes from my personal research.

Macro’s?

According to my textbook Visualizing Nutrition Everyday Choices, macros are “Carbohydrates, lipids (aka fats. Proteins, and water.” I am not including alcohol although it is a macro it is not a nutrient required to live. It does contain calories which is why it is a macro but let’s try to keep it out of our count. These are all considered macronutrients and what we need in large amounts. There are also micronutrients which are vitamins and minerals and we only need a little that is why they are micro.

So, when someone is counting macro’s they are measuring their Carbohydrate, Fat, and Protein.

carbohydrates

Let’s tackle that monster first! Should I eat them? Shouldn’t I? Please do eat Carbs. The purpose of Carbohydrates are to fuel our bodies with energy. They are stored in the liver, brain, blood and muscles as glycogen. You can get carbohydrates from: Starches, sugars and fiber.

You can get carbohydrates from:

Fruit
Vegetables
Grains
Oatmeal
Steel Cut Oats
Sweet Potatoes/Yams
Brown Rice
White Rice
Whole Wheat Bread
Ezekiel bread
Cream Of Wheat
Cream of Rice

You can also get them from processed foods and drinks but since you’re trying to make healthier choices stick to Whole foods.

How much is enough?

We all are different, Thank God. It can range from zero-700 grams per day. The daily recommendation 130 grams of carb per day. If you are counting macro’s I would go to a macro calculator. When taking into account your macro numbers there is usually activity level, body weight, body fat percentages and goals.

A range that I saw consistently was .5-2 grams per pound of lean body mass. Lean body mass everything (including organs, blood, bones, muscle and skin) that is not body fat.

Body-Fat = Lean Body Mass

The Lean Body Mass Formula:

Body Weight- (Body Weight x Body Fat Percentage) = Lean Body Mass

Or you can use an automatic calculator.

Before we go back to Macro’s, Lean Body Mass is a good thing to know. It will help you to track changes that you have in your Body Fat versus whether the scale decides to behave or not it can give you a more accurate idea of weight loss! It also helps to make sure you are just losing your fat and not muscle too!

Protein assist you in building muscles if consumed correctly it can also prevent muscle loss if you have a calorie deficit. Protein has also been linked to controlling appetite and helps keep you full longer better than fats and carbohydrates do. Another thing about protein is that it requires a lot more energy to digest than other macro nutrients. It has been said that protein is a good example of effective calorie burning gram for gram. That is why a lot of high-protein diets have been associated with better fat loss.

You can get your protein from both vegetables and/or animal sources:

Egg
Skinless Chicken Breast or Cutlets
Lean Turkey
Top Round
Steak Filet Mignon
Fish
Beef
Cottage Cheese
Pork Tenderloin
Wild Sea Bass Wild Swordfish

Vegetable Sources:

Chia
Hemp Seed
Soy
Seitan
Quinoa

How much is enough?

Again, this is all dependent on YOU! Your weight, body fat percentage and goals need to be accounted.

A consistent range that I found was .5 grams-2 grams per pound of lean body mass.

According to Authority Nutrition, “The DRI (Dietary Reference Intake) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, or 0.36 grams per pound. This amounts to: 56 grams per day for the average sedentary man. 46 grams per day for the average sedentary woman.”

Example:

You weigh 140 lbs. and you are at 25% body fat, your lean body mass will be

140 – (140*25%) = 140-32.50 = 107.5 is your Lean body Mass what is left AFTER the body fat.

108 x .5 g of protein = 54 grams of protein. If you planned on consuming .5 grams of protein per day for your goals. That is why with macro’s-goals matters!

Fat?

Despite the low-fat nonsense you see in the store. Fat can be good! Say what? Yep, we absolutely need fat to survive it helps us with vitamin absorption, hormones and their regulation, keeps our brain functioning properly among some of the things which are pretty important.

How much is enough?

Always asking this question, huh? Well we all know too much is too much but how much is enough? Good question but guess what that depends on? Yep, you got it your body wright, body fat percentage and your goals.

A consistent range is 15-45% or .35-.7 grams per pound of lean body mass. That can be calculated just like the protein.

You can get good sources of fat and poor just like any other macro nutrient.

My suggestion:

Olive Oil
Flaxseed Oil
Fish Oil
Almond Butter/
Cashew Butter
Almonds
Pecans
Walnuts
Cashews
Natural Peanut Butter
Avocados

What does all this mean?

When someone is counting their macro’s they are tracking the Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats they eat in a day versus calories. Now each macro nutrient has caloric value but we’re not going to get into that.

macroscalorievalue

When counting your macros as long as you focus on the grams of macro nutrients and use an amount according to your goals. With the information from a nutrition label instead of counting calories you can create your Macros:

counting-macros-from-a-nutrition-label

For Example:

Is there any other things that need to be counted when calculating macro’s? No!

NOT:

· Saturated Fat

· Cholesterol

· Sodium

· Dietary Fibers

· Sugars

· Added Sugars

· All the Vitamins, Calcium, Iron and Potassium are Micro nutrients so, not these either.

What do I do if it doesn’t have a label?

Google it! My Fitness Pal it, get a really educated idea of the macros in your apple, chicken breast, or baked potato. Gift of modern day technology. You can track everything on My Fitness Pal if you like. I just wanted to break it down so you understand what the macro’s look like and are coming from.

Still concerned? Or, Ready to try?

For those who are still concern I will address a few issues I had at first!

This seems complicated why not just track my calories? Macro tracking or counting helps you make sure that the weight that your losing is not the muscle you have worked so hard to gain, you aren’t having hormonal issues because you’re consuming adequate amounts of fat, you performance won’t suffer because although you are reducing calories do you know if you’re getting the adequate amount of carbohydrates to fuel your workout?

You can remain counting calories but if you’re looking to improve your health and maintain your muscle definition and work to your bodies best ability because it is fueled with the adequate macro nutrients for today. It’ s really up to you I say at least give it a try!

Do you use macro’s? Have you heard of counting macro’s ?