Posts in Tracking Macros
WHICH APP IS BEST FOR TRACKING MACROS? A LOOK INTO MYFITNESSPAL, CRONOMETER, AND MACROS FIRST
WHICH APP IS BEST FOR TRACKING MACROS? A LOOK INTO MYFITNESSPAL, CRONOMETER, AND MACROS FIRST

Tracking our food intake is a way to find out just how many calories we’re actually consuming. And we can take it one step further by trying to hit specific protein, carb, and fat intake goals. There was a time YEARS ago when I used a spreadsheet to track my intake. And when I told my mom the success I had with tracking, she started to do the same… with pen and paper. But since then, tracking has come a long way. And there are an abundance of apps available to individuals now–but I’m going to share with you the pros and cons of the three more popular apps, as well as my experience and opinions.

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Tracking MacrosZach AndersonApril 2024Comment
IS BREAKFAST REALLY THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY?
IS BREAKFAST REALLY THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY?

Whether you take it as gospel truth or just a catchy marketing slogan, chances are you’ve heard the phrase “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.”  And it does seem like most people have some kind of strong opinion on breakfast — whether it’s related to its importance, overratedness, or which foods are acceptable breakfast foods.  When it comes to your nutrition goals, breakfast isn’t necessarily any more or less important than any other meal, but it can be used as an opportunity to get a headstart on your nutrition goals for the day.  

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Tracking MacrosWhitney Landon-BergApril 2024Comment
WHEN ROUTINE GOES OUT THE WINDOW: HOW TO HANDLE A NON ‘MACRO FRIENDLY’ MEAL
WHEN ROUTINE GOES OUT THE WINDOW: HOW TO HANDLE A NON ‘MACRO FRIENDLY’ MEAL

Intentional out-of-routine times, like the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday, tend to cause panic around meals where panic need not be warranted. Nutritional and lifestyle habits might need to temporarily change but managing expectations, having flexibility with our choices, and giving ourselves the permission to intentionally get out of our routines can ensure that those occasional meals stay exciting (not stressful!). Understanding and establishing the intentions of our meals gives us more control over how our meals make us feel. Remember: we have the power over food, food does not have the power over us.

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Nutrition Tips & Tricks, Tracking MacrosKimberly ZehnderFebruary 2024Comment
HOW TO TRACK YOUR MACROS: THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO THE BASICS
HOW TO TRACK YOUR MACROS: THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO THE BASICS

At first, tracking macros can seem cumbersome or obsessive, but there are so many benefits that arise from learning to track your food! Whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain, athletic performance, or improved health, tracking macros empowers you to make informed choices about what you eat to help you reach your goals.

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Tracking MacrosKate LymanDecember 2023Comment
MACRO FRIENDLY SUSHI: TRACKING SUSHI, GO TO MENU ITEMS, AND ENJOYING A HEALTHY MEAL
MACRO FRIENDLY SUSHI: TRACKING SUSHI, GO TO MENU ITEMS, AND ENJOYING A HEALTHY MEAL

When I started tracking macros years ago, I avoided certain foods. Rice was one choice that I tended to avoid. Consequently, sushi ended up being a close follow. When I stopped fear-mongering certain foods and sought to embark on flexibility, I reintegrated rice and enjoyed sushi again. And I'm going to encourage you to do the same. So grab your chopsticks, and let's roll, queens.   

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Tracking MacrosZach AndersonOctober 2023Comment
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO EATING OUT WHILE TRACKING YOUR MACROS
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO EATING OUT WHILE TRACKING YOUR MACROS

Eating out is an important part of our lifestyle, but when it comes to work lunches, social events with friends, and family dinners, it often feels like we need to compromise our nutrition goals in order to enjoy a meal out. It doesn’t have to be that way! Today’s post will help you find strategies that will keep you on track in situations that are not totally in your control. It’s chock full of our best tips and tricks for how to approach eating out while tracking your macros or simply working towards your specific nutrition goals.

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Tracking MacrosKate LymanOctober 2023Comment
HOW TO TRANSITION AWAY FROM TRACKING YOUR MACROS
HOW TO TRANSITION AWAY FROM TRACKING YOUR MACROS

Eventually, there comes a time when you don’t want to or need to be tracking your macros all the time and it’s certainly not something you want to do forever. So, what’s the next step? In today’s post, I’m sharing how you can use what you’ve learned from the process of tracking your macros and transition to more mindful eating practices.

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Tracking MacrosKate LymanJuly 2023Comment
TRACKING MACROS WHILE TRAVELING
TRACKING MACROS WHILE TRAVELING

Whether you’re off to the beach for a summer vacation or heading out for some international adventures, traveling is great but can also be a bit stressful. We believe that eating the foods you enjoy should not require restricting, rationalizing, or guilt. This post will help you find strategies that will keep you on track as you travel and navigate situations that are not totally in your control. 

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Tracking Macros, Nutrition Tips & TricksKate LymanMay 2023Comment
ALL ABOUT PROTEIN SUPPLEMENTS: CHOOSING THE BEST PROTEIN POWDER FOR YOU
ALL ABOUT PROTEIN SUPPLEMENTS: CHOOSING THE BEST PROTEIN POWDER FOR YOU

Protein is one of the harder macronutrients to incorporate into our diet because it generally requires storage and prep time and therefore it can be less convenient. However, protein powder is super convenient! There are A LOT of different types and brands of protein powder out there, and it can be confusing to know which protein powder you should buy. Here is how to choose the right protein powder for you and a list of some of our favorites!

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Nutrition Tips & Tricks, Nutrition for Athletes, Tracking MacrosKenny LymanMarch 2023Comment
HOW TO (ACTUALLY) HIT YOUR PROTEIN TARGET WHEN TRACKING MACROS
HOW TO (ACTUALLY) HIT YOUR PROTEIN TARGET WHEN TRACKING MACROS

I know that getting adequate protein take can be really challenging. But I also know it can absolutely be done. And it can be done in a way that fits our eating preferences, that doesn’t require us to double our grocery bill, and that helps us build positive long-term habits.

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Tracking MacrosKate LymanOctober 2022Comment
MACRO-FRIENDLY MEAL IDEAS: CREATING EASY MEALS USING PANTRY STAPLES
MACRO-FRIENDLY MEAL IDEAS: CREATING EASY MEALS USING PANTRY STAPLES

If you’re new to tracking your macros, the idea of creating meals or planning a day that hits your macros can feel incredibly overwhelming. Many of our clients are parents, professionals and really busy individuals who don’t have a ton of time to spend on food but have health or weight loss goals and we believe that you can absolutely do both!

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Tracking Macros, Recipes + Meal PrepDiana Dewanseptember 2022Comment
4 COMMON NUTRITION MISTAKES WE MAKE
4 COMMON NUTRITION MISTAKES WE MAKE

After over seven years working as an online nutrition coach (and years in the fitness industry before this!), I want to share four major nutrition mistakes we often see as coaches working 1:1 with our clients. These mistakes aren’t because our clients are uninformed or wrong; they’re just often things we have been told (incorrectly) most of our lives.

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Nutrition Tips & Tricks, Fat Loss, Tracking MacrosKate LymanAugust 2022Comment
YOUR NUTRITION WHILE ON THE GO: GAS STATION GO TOS
YOUR NUTRITION WHILE ON THE GO: GAS STATION GO TOS

Something I often urge clients to do is to keep easy-win snacks on hand at all times, but especially during travel - whether that’s a day of work travel, a family road trip, or just a long day of errands where you’re out and about the whole day. While on the road, gas stations can be a fantastic place to find those “easy win” snacks.

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Nutrition Tips & Tricks, Tracking MacrosKate LymanJuly 2022Comment
MACRO-FRIENDLY MEAL IDEAS: CREATING EASY BALANCED MEALS
MACRO-FRIENDLY MEAL IDEAS: CREATING EASY BALANCED MEALS

If you’re new to tracking your macros, the idea of creating meals or planning a day that hits your macros can feel incredibly overwhelming. You may think you need to create complex recipes, weigh every part, and spend an hour of your day just doing math or playing macro tetris, but that’s not the case.

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Recipes + Meal Prep, Tracking MacrosDiana DewanMay 2022Comment
HOW TO TRACK A RECIPE IN CRONOMETER
HOW TO TRACK A RECIPE IN CRONOMETER

Weighing and logging food is a super helpful tool in training our eyeballs to recognize more specific portion sizes. During food logging adventures, we are bound to begin diving into recipes rather than individual food items. Logging recipes can be extremely helpful for switching up typical meals each week or grouping together similar daily food items to make logging even quicker. We like the app Cronometer as it’s by far the most accurate tracking database and provides a lot of data that can be helpful along your macro tracking journey.

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Tracking MacrosKimberly ZehnderJanuary 2022Comment
HOW TO TRACK A RECIPE IN MY FITNESS PAL
HOW TO TRACK A RECIPE IN MY FITNESS PAL

If you are new to tracking your macros, the idea of tracking recipes can seem overwhelming. Adding a recipe into MFP is neither impossible nor time consuming. It can seem daunting at first, but is faster after some practice. I enjoy MFP for its ease of use, especially when it comes to adding recipes or repeat meals. We’re teaching you exactly how to do it in this post!

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Tracking MacrosKate LymanJanuary 2022, My Fitness Pal, Tracking MacrosComment
HOW SETTING MINIMUMS HELPS YOU MANAGE YOUR NUTRITION WHEN LIFE IS CHAOTIC
HOW SETTING MINIMUMS HELPS YOU MANAGE YOUR NUTRITION WHEN LIFE IS CHAOTIC

Today’s post talks about the power of setting minimums - how they can be an effective tool for progress, and the recurring theme that progress is about flexibility, not about an “all or nothing” approach.

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Nutrition Tips & Tricks, Fat Loss, Tracking MacrosKate LymanNutrition Coach, stress, stress eating, nutrition tips, August 2021Comment
Q&A: HOW TO HAVE NUTRITION GOALS AND A SOCIAL LIFE
Q&A: HOW TO HAVE NUTRITION GOALS AND A SOCIAL LIFE

Over the past week we have had some great questions come in about how to approach social situations when you have nutrition goals, so today we’re answering the big question: CAN I HAVE NUTRITION GOALS AND A SOCIAL LIFE?

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Tracking MacrosKate LymanTracking Macros, Nutrition, Goals, Tips & Tricks, September 2018, June 2021Comment