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Just curious how many members feel it is important to track their food intake on a regular basis? Either down to the calorie, or just by keeping a log of what you ate without concern for specific amounts.I am referring to both during dieting for fat loss and for long term muscle gains.
I think it entirely depends on the person. Experiment. Find what works for you. I do believe that what gets measured gets improved.
Personally I track all macros. Since this is not necessarily a one-size-fits-all diet and does need some personalisation, I think it is important to keep a log of intake and results so modifications can be made based on these. Otherwise you're just flying blind.
I roughly track everything I eat, mainly for a macro guide but mainly so I can look back on what worked in what combinations, especially when it pertains to a CBL night. Though I'm a numbers/sciencey guy so I like to have hard data and evidence of what works, if only for myself.
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I think a log is what's kept me moving forward. I love looking back and seeing what works and what doesn't.I only track macros once a week or so. It helps to make sure I don't stray too far...there have been a few occasions that this has been very helpful.Being on a CNS/CBL combo it's almost necessary so I can see how things are working together when I make changes - which is constantly.
Just curious how many members feel it is important to track their food intake on a regular basis? Either down to the calorie, or just by keeping a log of what you ate without concern for specific amounts.I am referring to both during dieting for fat loss and for long term muscle gains.
I track everything, in an Excel spreadsheet. Not just the diet (food choices), but the macros and timing. I will still eat on top of my set meal plan(s), where hungry, but I think logging your food is very important to progress (especially to see what works and what doesn't).I also log my workouts much in the same way... sets, reps and weights (even how I feel). I jot notes, as well, to reference later when building routines or prepping the following week.You gotta take ALL of this very seriously for the BEST results. You only get out what you put in. I leave nothing to chance.Cory
I lower kcal when I've gained, increase if I lost too much. Fuck tracking everything, I have life to attend to.
i used too, it is an added unessacery stress for me that i dont need, once you start logging daily its time to take a reality check, sorry if that offends but ive been there and thats my 2 cents, do it once a week maybe and you will roughly know where your at for the rest of the week if you eat simular
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