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PitterPatter11
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Protein - Macros
I have recently been trying to add more protein to my diet so I can lean out a bit, but I am having a hard time getting my protein intake to where I think it should be. From what I read I should be having 1g of protein for each pound I weigh. That puts me at 128 g of protein. Today, I put all the food I plan on eating into MFP and I am only at 93 grams.
Today I am eating, peanut butter, cheese, chicken breasts, greek yogurt, almonds.
What are some of your favorite protein rich foods?
I am pretty on target in terms of carbs and fats.
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Re: Protein - Macros
I'm with you. I haven't been able to do it. With the amount of calories I consume it's near impossible to hit that amount while still managing not to send my fat intake way over the target.
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What kind of strength training are you doing?
Most likely, you're fine hitting about .8g/lb, which would put you around 100g, so you're not that far off.
If you're body building then I'm wrong, you need it all.
Maybe add a vegan protein shake? That should keep carbs & fats low and protein high.
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PitterPatter11
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Protein - Macros
I'm definitely not a body builder but I lift 2-3 times a week. I've been trying to lift heavier weights recently to help grow my butt. I've had some success. I hurt my shoulder around thanksgiving so I'm laying off arms, shoulder and back until it heals.
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Re: Protein - Macros
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I'm definitely not a body builder but I lift 2-3 times a week. I've been trying to lift heavier weights recently to help grow my butt. I've had some success. I hurt my shoulder around thanksgiving so I'm laying off arms, shoulder and back until it heals.
I would say aim for .8-1g/lb of body weight. Below that .8 will most likely impact your results if you are trying to build muscle. But you should be fine not hitting that 1g/lb every day.
FWIW I'm a personal trainer/nutrition coach. I use Vega Shakes, they range from about 100-150cal per shake if mixed with water. I'm not a big shake person, but if I'm rushing or need to hit my macros I'll have one.
To actually answer your question. I often make up a large batch of baked turkey meatballs. 99% lean turkey, seasoned with herbs & spices, mixed with egg whites. They're not the most indulgent food ever, but they get the job done
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Re: Protein - Macros
tuna pouches! .5 grams of fat. 80 cls tonnnnnnnns of protein
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