Tracking Macros

We’ve talked about how macro counting can be sustainable and objective, but how do you do it? Today, we’re going to dive into that topic and I’ll give you a few options so you can choose the one that works best for you.

Some people like to use apps such as MyFitnessPal, Fooducate, Macros - Calorie Counter, to name a few. You plug in your specific macro numbers and then log your food to hit those numbers. Easy-peasy, right? At the beginning, I recommend that everyone divides their numbers among the number of meals that they’re planning to eat in a day. That way you don’t end up with some strange numbers at the end of the day. If you’re an athlete, you may want to prioritize allocating your macros— particularly your protein and carb numbers— around your workout.

You can use the hand portion trick if you choose not to weigh and measure. You can also log that in your app knowing that a palm-sized portion of protein is ~3-4oz, a cupped handful of carbs is approximately 3-4 is about 30g, and a thumb-sized portion of fat is about 10-13g.

If you choose not to use an app and decide to record it in notes, that’s great too! Just keep track of your total daily values so that you’re hitting your numbers for optimal results.

Remember, you can always schedule a FREE consultation call with me and we can choose the plan that’s best for you! I have multiple tiers to fit most budgets and needs.

I hope you are enjoying these posts about macro counting. Next time, I’ll go in-depth about how to calculate macros. It’s always best to work with a coach who is objective about your goals but it is possible to do it on your own as well.