Let’s work out our starting point
In this section we look at how to actually calculate your starting point. Is there a best method and why everything is just the beginning!
Step 1 – Estimate your energy requirements
Click here for energy calculator
Step 2 – Work out your macronutrients
Click here for an example scenario
Step 3 – Where to start with Tracking
Tracking option: MyFitnessPal
No app is 100% full proof when it comes to nutritional values but best guess accuracy with MyFitnessPal is a decent shout
Tracking Spreadsheet walkthrough
Tracking Spreadsheet Download
Non-tracking methods you can use
If MyFitnessPal isn’t for you then there are other ways to look at your energy intake. Check out these other options!
Global Guidelines
Portion Sizes
Click on the image to download a handy guide on portion sizes
Plate Sizes
Set Meal Plan
How to measure progress
Using Scale weight Video
Why I believe you’ve probably been using the scales in a negative way and why if you’re going to use them you should do it this way
Scale weight example
Does meal frequency matter?
Why it doesn’t matter for fat loss, more on this in the sports performance section