When you’ve filled everything out, you will have the option to receive your results via email, or displayed on the screen. Once you have selected your preferred macro calculator, we’ll take you to an online form which takes a few details from you in order to run the calculator. Most people find larger deficits more uncomfortable than they can tolerate for extended periods. Select the deficit (if fat loss) that is right for you.“Active” is reserved for individuals who engage in highly strenuous activity daily, such as construction workers, oil-rig works, ranch work, etc. – Most people actually fall under “sedentary”, including jobs like nursing, hospitality (waiters/servers), and other jobs where you are on your feet. Input your stats such as weight (you’ll need to hop on a scale for this to be accurate).

Choose your units (imperial or metric).Are you currently, or plan to lift weights?.Choose the right goal – weight loss, maintenance or muscle building.Here are a few key things you can do to make sure you use the calculator as correctly as possible. Our calculator is the best starting place for determining your calorie and macronutrient needs.

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