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PageantGirl
01-30-2008, 04:01 AM
Hello!

Im 5'4 128lbs...looking to slim down (goal is 115)...I know that calories start at 12 x bw but how do I calculate macros?

thought I would get advice from the pros =)

Thanks

donnajo
01-30-2008, 04:48 AM
Protein is 1-1/5 x bodyweight

Get your EFA's fish oils in.

Make up the rest with carbs and fats.

Make sure you get carbs in before and after workouts and your PWO protein and carbs.

I am sure Erik can fine tune this for you. This is just the basics.