I had a great question the other day from a 212er- “What do you think about this new macro counting thing?”I was a bit taken aback since tracking macros, at least for a short time, is something I’ve pushed heavily since I started 212 and I just don’t consider it new anymore. However, it seems to been getting a lot of run in the media lately and tracking macros can really help you in your fitness goals.Macronutrients, or macros, are carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Most people are used to tracking their calories when trying to change their body composition, but remember, not all calories are created equal (you can read more on that here). Because not all calories are the same, the macronutrient makeup of your diet is huge. You can literally boost your resting metabolic rate when you eat more protein and healthy fats, and less carbs.I’ve found the best macro ratio to build muscle and burn fat, while maintaining overall health is 40% carbs, 30% proteins, 30% fats. This ratio has been proven time and time again to produce amazing results when combined with 212 workouts, and the athletes who’ve gone through my NOURISH program have provided the scientific data to back this up.I also have a great handout that gives the guidelines for not only the macro percentages you need, but also gives you a formula to determine how many calories of each macro you should be eating on a daily basis. Just ask me next time you’re at the gym and I’ll get you the info!