What's more important in fat loss, Counting calories? Or Macro nutrient ratios? All this crap is confusing me. When I did cut my calories I did lose weight but I suspect it was muscle...and when I started paying attention to my macros, my weight went up (due to more protein and carb intake) Any thoughts/comments?? Sorry if this sounds like a newbie question!
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07-12-2008, 08:34 AM #1Registered User
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What's more important?
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07-12-2008, 08:38 AM #2Registered User
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Find out what your maintenance is and substract 300-500 calories to your daily intake and see if you're progressing or not.
As for the macros, start with 1g of protein / lbs of bodyweight, get around 20-25% coming from fat (at least) and eat the rest from carbs/veggies or what ever suits you.
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07-12-2008, 08:39 AM #3Your Name Here
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I would say 80% calories, 20% Macros. Your macros could be perfect, but if calories are over maint, you won't loose. But macros ARE important because you need appropriate amounts protein to preserve muscle, fats to support TEST levels, and carbs for energy, if not on KETO.
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07-12-2008, 08:40 AM #4Registered User
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overall calories 1st
macros/stabilizing blood sugar 2nd
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07-12-2008, 08:44 AM #5Registered User
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So I should figure out what my calories are for fat loss and take into account macro nutrient ratios, is that right? Can someone help figure out my maintenance cals are? I weight train 3 times a week, and I vary my cardio workouts between spin, elliptical striding/treadmill running, and sprinting (5-6 times a week). Thanks for all your help!!
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