For you guys who are training to improve your athletic performance, what is the optimal macronutrient breakdown. I understand something like this will different from person to person, but I’m looking to experiment a little, and I need some ideas.
Right now I’m looking at 28% carbs, 31% fat, and 40% protein. I know it comes out to 99%, but there are decimal points at the end of each.
I’m also looking to get in about 3200 calories a day, which gives me a lot of protein, but I might drop the percentage for that and increase the fat some.
Depends on what kind of athlete you are…is it cycling? Medium distance running? Football? Basketball?
170 isn’t very big for most team sports (even at most running positions)…look into cycling your macronutrients if you’re worried about getting fat. But right off the bat, your carbohydrates seem low for someone engaged in daily athletics (even if your not looking to bulk)
I’m not training for a specific sport, but lets say the breakdown for football … non lineman.
I was thinking about the same thing for carbs. Since I’ve cut back, I’ve leaned out a lot, but I think next time I’m looking to shake things up I’ll raise the percentage and experiment.
your macro breakdown is not that bad if it is something that works for you. i recommend trying it for two weeks and add a shake during all physical activity. either Surge with extra BCAA, or if you want to go cheaper, gatorade powder with whey.