How To Stick To Your Macros

Let's talk macro. You probably have had this experience. You have it all figured out. I mean, your macros schedule is set and you are ready to go. Few days in....but the unanticipated happens. Either your work demands that you travel or a family member or a friend invites you for a dinner or a special occasion.     

At that moment, doubt sets in. You begin to wonder about the possibility of you sticking to your macros. This is a common scenario for many of us. See, if this is you, take a breath. You are not alone. It's a usual experience for many of us. Planning is quite easy, but sometimes sticking to the plan can be an uphill task. So how exactly do you stick to your macros? Let's find out with Zoey Panzarino.  

Zoey is currently a full-time Health and Fitness Coach at Metabolic Evolution. As a natural athlete, she began competing at the NGA where she became an NGA Pro. Zoey has been competing for the past three years and she recently earned her IFBB Bikini Pro title at the NPC Nationals in Miami. Zoey quit her job to pursue her coaching dream.

In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to compete at the NGA, which is a different organization outside of the NPC. Zoey follows macronutrients to the tee and she will be talking to us about how to stick to a macro plan. 

Stay tuned. 

 

Takeaways 

• The biggest failure you can have in life is the mistake of never trying at all
• You'll never know where you can go if you never try
• Do not take no for an answer
• Always strive to be better than your best
• Plan properly
• The biggest thing is to assess what your goals are
• Always find something to fit your macros 
• Be smart
• Do whatever it takes to put your passion forward
• Stop the self-doubt
• Every day is something new
• Keep your gut down and your confidence up so that you're able to be your best
• Dive right in and give it a try
• Never give up because your time will come eventually
• Be willing to do things that are outside of your comfort zone

 

Important Questions

[00:07:37] How many years have you been competing?

[00:07:43] When and where did you get your pro card? 

[00:10:03] Why exactly do you compete?

[00:13:30] How did you start your fitness journey?

[00:17:26] What exactly is NGA?

[00:22:54] Do you recommend girls starting out doing an NGA show?

[00:24:41] How does it work as an NGA pro? 

[00:26:48] Why exactly did you decide to switch back to the NPC?

[00:36:11] Why do you choose to count macros versus having a set meal plan?

[00:36:49] What is the trick to actually sticking to your macros? 

[00:44:48] Is it practical to stick to your macronutrient plan while you're out and about?

[00:47:21] What propelled you to quit your job?

[00:52:40] Do you feel like things will change on social media for you if since you're not competing?

[00:53:25] What are your goals in the sport? 

[00:55:39] What piece of advice would you give to someone wanting to become a bikini professional in the sport?

 

FOLLOW ZOEY!

Instagram: @Zopanz 

 

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