Macros for less fat, more muscle

[Anonymous]

Currently weigh 145 pounds, female, in my late 30's. I'm actually ok with my weight, I just want to trade some fat for muscle. I have no muscle definition anywhere. I have generally good eating habits, but after reading this board, realize I need to pay more attention to what I'm eating and making sure I'm eating the right foods - not just pay attention to calories. I want to start a macros eating program - the meals/snacks are 40% carb, 30% protein, 30% fat. I'll also do strength training three days a week and cardio 2 days a week. Do the macros ratios sound right for my goals? Thanks in advance! (PS. For anyone curious, I'm starting the Clean Simple Eats spring meal plan).

[Anonymous]

You really just need to lose the layer of fat over your muscles and add in weight training. I don't think you need to be super careful about macros. The less fat on top of those muscles, the more the muscle can shine through.

[Anonymous]

As you age, the more fat you have, the better your skin looks.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Currently weigh 145 pounds, female, in my late 30's. I'm actually ok with my weight, I just want to trade some fat for muscle. I have no muscle definition anywhere. I have generally good eating habits, but after reading this board, realize I need to pay more attention to what I'm eating and making sure I'm eating the right foods - not just pay attention to calories. I want to start a macros eating program - the meals/snacks are 40% carb, 30% protein, 30% fat. I'll also do strength training three days a week and cardio 2 days a week. Do the macros ratios sound right for my goals? Thanks in advance! (PS. For anyone curious, I'm starting the Clean Simple Eats spring meal plan).

What type of strength training re you doing? are you lifting heavy enough? You macro ratios are probably fine. Protein is most important.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:As you age, the more fat you have, the better your skin looks.

This is of no consolation if you are fat. At least, not for me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:As you age, the more fat you have, the better your skin looks.

I lost the weight and use the money I used to spend on junk food for skin treatments. Best of both worlds.