Macro Calculation Methods

[Nakanoshima]

I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations where / how to measure your macros.

I used fitday.com before, but the calculations are way off on some foods.

Also, I am hearing that the uncooked / dry weight is the correct measurement to use. Any opinions?

[MickeyKnox]

I use fitday and have no problems with macros.

I use dry weight for dry goods, (oats, rice, ect) and cooked weight for most proteins - beef, fish, chicken, tuna, ect.

[Times Roman]

I have an interactive macro spreadsheet calculator with almost 1,000 food items on it. you can PM me after you reach 50 posts and i can send it to you.......

[Nakanoshima]

Times Roman thanks for the offer. That would be awesome - I'll let you know when I get to 50

[Nakanoshima]

MickeyKnox - can you explain why you use cooked weight for proteins? Cheers.

[MickeyKnox]

It's just easier for me as i cook in bulk - 20 chicken breasts, 30 fish filets, 8lbs extra lean burger, ect. Then i take what i need and weight it out cooked. If youre on a strict diet and counting every cal, perhaps this is not for you, but it works well for me.

[GirlyGymRat]

Times roman spreadsheet is g2g. the best app i have found is myfitnesspal cuz can customize macros.

[Nakanoshima]

Times roman spreadsheet is g2g. the best app i have found is myfitnesspal cuz can customize macros.

Thanks will check it out