Macro Calculator

Find your daily protein, carb, and fat targets to reach your fitness goals.

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Not sure? Use our TDEE Calculator first.
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Used to calculate minimum protein needs

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Recommended Splits

GoalP / C / F
Fat Loss40 / 30 / 30
Maintenance30 / 40 / 30
Muscle Gain30 / 45 / 25
Keto25 / 5 / 70

  • Protein: 4 cal per gram
  • Carbohydrates: 4 cal per gram
  • Fat: 9 cal per gram

FAQs

Macros (macronutrients) are the three main nutrient categories: protein (4 cal/g), carbohydrates (4 cal/g), and fat (9 cal/g). Tracking macros helps you optimize nutrition for specific fitness goals.

Research suggests 0.7–1g of protein per pound of body weight (1.6–2.2g/kg) for muscle building. Higher intakes don't provide additional benefit but aren't harmful for healthy people.

It depends on your goal. For fat loss: 40% protein / 30% carbs / 30% fat. For muscle gain: 30% protein / 45% carbs / 25% fat. For general health: 25% protein / 50% carbs / 25% fat. These are starting points, not rigid rules.