The Perfect Macro Ratio: Is There A Superior Macro Split?
If you are on a mission to shed the excess body fat you’ve gained over the last few years, one question you might be asking yourself is what macro split you should be using. You already may know quite well that you plan to use the IIFYM approach (if not, start with their IIFYM calculator […]
The Relationship Between Energy Intake Energy Expenditure and Weight
The body is an almost perfect machine, capable of incredible feats of endurance and strength, but just like a prestige car, it needs to be properly cared for and looked after. With the hundreds of miracle diets that seem to go on sale every year, it would be reasonable to assume that losing weight or […]
Organic Food vs Conventional Food – Which One Bro?
“Time to put on your grown up hats and make a decision.” Please tell me you have heard this saying before? If not, let me try another one such as “quit complaining and just make a decision already?” If you haven’t heard this then you’ve been living under a rock. All kidding aside, this whole […]
2 Macro Diet Recipes
2 Macro Diet Recipes One of the biggest advantages of the macro diet is that it allows you to eat whatever you want, If It Fits Your Macros. That’s the magic phrase. But there isn’t any magic involved in the macro diet approach. It’s pure science. You calculate your daily macronutrient needs, reduce it by […]
The No-Excuse At-Home Resistance Band Workout
I know what you’re thinking… “Matt, I lift free weights – heavy ones at that. Why would I do or even consider a resistance band workout?” Well, for many reasons actually. People like to downplay a resistance band workout or utilizing resistance band exercises in their training as if it’s worthless – it’s not. And […]
The Best Back Exercises To Increase Pull-up Volume
Performing pull-ups is the usual advice you’ll receive when looking for the best back exercises to increase the volume. Yet, this is missing considerations.
Do I Add Back Calories I Burn During Exercise?
This is one of those questions we get every day. “Should I add calories that I burn during exercise back to my total”. While I can see why this is tempting, the answer is a firm, absolutely not! Here’s Why: If you used the IIFYM calculator to get your macros, you already counted the calories […]
Tracking Macros While Dining Out: The 3 Best Approaches
Dining Out, If It Fits Your Macros Style You’ve just been invited out to dinner with your friends on a Friday night and immediately feel some excitement at the thought. Soon after, however, anxiety sets in. What about your macros? You do after all have fat loss goals! The great part about IIFYM and the […]
Creatine for Women: What’s The Most Effective Type?
Many have asked the question, “is creatine for women?” The answer is an emphatical YES! For years women have pushed it to the side and considered it only being for men. Yet, creatine for women can be notably beneficial. Follow along with this IIFYM insider scoop to find out why you should add it to […]