Do I need to count my macros?
Let’s talk about whether - or not - this nutrition strategy is right for you.
There are a lot of really great reasons why a person may choose to weigh/measure their food and track their macronutrients (protein, carbs, and fat) for a period of time, including but not limited to:
They’re trying to reach a very specific goal, or reach a goal in a shorter period of time (e.g., clean and jerk X pounds for the competition on Y date, lose X inches for an event on Y date)
They’re frustrated with their progress (or lack thereof) so far and want to try something new that may help them move the needle more quickly
They want to learn more about what makes up their food, and which foods help them feel better/fuller than others
They want to eventually learn how to eat more intuitively, and need practice understanding portion/serving sizes or planning balanced meals
There are also many reasons why a person may not want to weigh/measure their food, including (but again, not limited to):
Their personal goals don’t necessitate that level of precision/commitment
They’re recovering from disordered eating behaviors and are concerned this kind of method could trigger past behaviors
Some other strategy will be more energizing or sustainable for them
Either way, macros or no macros, is cool in our book! There are plenty of ways to see progress, and we use a variety of different methods and approaches with our 1:1 nutrition clients. Just remember: the more audacious your goals (did anyone say six pack?!), the more exact, specific, and dialed in you’ll likely need to be. Not sure what method is best suited for you, your lifestyle, and your goals? That’s a great reason to hire a nutrition coach - let us walk you through that process and provide resources, support, and accountability along the way.
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