Optimal macro weight for losing weight

[bellamy7900]

Simple question , cutting at 1993 calories, based on my BMR at light exercise what would be an ideal macro percentage .

Thanks

 

[bellamy7900]

I'm somewhere between a meso and Endo body type. Was thinking something like 25%fast 35 carb 40 protein. Think I should go but higher protein and lower carbs?

 

[AntM1564]

Macros are highly dependent on each person. See what works for you. I would keep protein higher while cutting. How much do you weigh?

 

[bellamy7900]

Currently I'm 178, 37 years old. 5ft 10 inches

 

[john.patterson]

I'm somewhere between a meso and Endo body type. Was thinking something like 25%fast 35 carb 40 protein. Think I should go but higher protein and lower carbs?

This sounds like a good start. Percentages aren't always the best method for determining macros though. I would start by setting protein to 1g/pound of body weight (178g) and work your carbs and fats around that. When dieting, I always like to keep fats a little lower so I can eat more carbs. I wouldn't suggest bringing fats below 15-20% of total calories, but play around with it and see what works best for you.

At the end of the day, if you're in a deficit you'll lose weight.

 

[mickc1965]

Personally on a cut i tend to aim for 1.5g of protein (for satiety reasons) and ~0.4g of fat per lb of body weight and then add carbs to meet caloric intake, works for me but I generally do not drop my caloric intake below body weight in lbs x13.5 or 14

 

[Clipper83]

Very independent, I've cut on what some would consider low protein(120grams at 175 bw) and had great results. Usually though, most tend to do better on a higher fat, low carb cut, or higher carb, lower fat diet while keeping protein constant.