About this episode
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover five steps to take to determine the ideal number of calories to consume each day. One of the MOST important steps when it comes to fat loss and muscle gain, is figuring out how many calories your body needs every single day to maintain. (2:24) Understanding your metabolism, tracking, and the extreme variance of macro calculators. (4:00) Beware of inaccurate food labeling. (9:00) Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake. #1 - Track calories & macros for two weeks. (12:19) #2 - Track body weight & measure. (18:42) #3 - Adjust calories according to your goal. (23:41) #4 - Don't radically change activity. (30:39) #5 - Hone it in. (34:47) Ways to eat to achieve a healthy balance that doesn't involve calorie counting or macro tracking. (40:49) #1 – Avoid heavily processed foods. (43:04) #2 – Aim for a high-protein diet. (48:04) #3 – Drink ½ to 1 gallon of water a day. (50:04) #4 - Don't eat while distracted. (52:03) #5 – Don't drink fluids while you eat. (53:05) #6 – Eat mindfully. (56:35) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** MAPS Macro Calculator Calorie labels are often wildly inaccurate. Here's how to prevent extra calories from derailing your diet. Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2021 Fact Sheet FatSecret - Calorie Counter and Diet Tracker for Weight Loss Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1220: The 4 Best Sources Of Protein How Much Protein You REALLY Need to Build Muscle & Maximize Health – Mind Pump TV NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Processed foods make up 70 percent of the U.S. diet The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources