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Protein- To lose fat while maintaining muscle mass, aim for 1.0-1.2 g/lb of body weight.
When building muscle, can decrease down to 0.8 g/lb. There are 4 calories per gram of
protein.
Fats- During a cut, aim for 15-25% of the daily caloric intake. When bulking/building
muscle, increase to 20-30%. Keep in mind when bulking, calorie goals listed about will
change. There are 9 calories per gram of fat.
Carbs- Calculate the remainder of calories as carbs. There are 4 calories per gram of
carbs.
Ex., Week 1
1290 calories
165.49 pounds
Protein:
1.0 g x 165 lbs = 165g/day
= 660 Calories
Fats:
.225 x 1290 lbs = 288 Calories
288 / 9 = 32 g/day
Carbs:
1290-660-288 = 342 Calories
342 / 4 = 85 g/day
Total Macros:
85 C / 165 P / 32 F
Maintenance
Wk Calories Wt (lbs)
Calories
Protein:
1.1-1.5 g/lb
1.1g x 176 lbs = 193g/day
= 772 calories
Fats:
15-25%
.15 x 1264 = 189 cal
190 / 9 = 21 g/day
Carbs:
1264-772-189 = 303 cal
303 / 4 = 76 g/day
Total Macros: