Today's Fitness Fuel topic is macros.
1. Macros are the carbs, fats & protein you consume.
2. 1 g carbs = 4 calories
1 g protein = 4 calories
1 g fat = 9 calories
3. Who should count macros: endurance athletes, weekend warriors, anyone looking to gain muscle or lose body fat
4. The myfitnesspal app can help keep track of these for you
5. Look at your numbers and slowly adjust your calories as needed
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