When you hear the word “starch,” what are the first thoughts that come to mind? Carbs. Glucose. Blood sugar spikes. High insulin levels. Post-workout glycogen resynthesis.
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Find out your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
● Male: BMR = (10 × ___________) + (6.25 × ___________) – (5 × ___________) + 5
Weight (kg) height (cm) age (yrs)
● Female: BMR = (10 × ___________) + (6.25 × ___________) – (5 × ___________) – 161
Weight (kg) height (cm) age (yrs)
Pounds divided 2.2 = (kg), one ft. = 30 (cm)
Your BMR: ___________
Account for your activity level
● If you’re sedentary (little or no exercise) = 1.2
● If you’re lightly active (light exercise/sports 1-3 days/week) = 1.375
● If you’re moderately active (moderate exercise/sports 3-5 days/week) = 1.55
● If you’re very active (hard exercise/sports 6-7 days a week) = 1.725
● If you’re extra active (very hard exercise/sports and physical job or 2x training) = 1.9
Total Calories Burned = Your BMR __________ × Activity level________________
Total Calories Burned: _________________
Allowable Daily Intake:Total calories burned _____________________ – Desired calorie deficit _____________________
