Whether you’re new to macro tracking or have been at it for a while, you’ve likely thought to yourself, “do I need to track macros to lose weight?” or, “Do I have to track macros forever?”

Whether your kids are headed back to school, or you’re heading back to full-time or part-time classes, chances are that your fall will be busier than your summer. Organization and time management are essential as more items and events pile on your to-do list (and the same hours in a day to complete them).

For those of us that aren't blessed with year-round warm weather, the return of the sun means it's time for barbecue season!

Many people come to WAG Nutrition wanting to know how many calories they need to lose weight. Then, when they get the initial macros from their coach, they wonder “how do you calculate macros?” or how to calculate a calorie deficit. Use this calorie calculator guide as a jumping-off point.

Calories, macros, grams, ounces…OH MY!  What is the difference between calories and macros and why is counting one often more effective than the other? How do grams and ounces play into this whole thing?

By taking charge of your social calendar, you can raise your hand with suggestions for activity-based fun and bypassing some of the more food-focused festivities. We have a few ideas how.

In this WAG Original Series, watch how 4x CrossFit Games Athlete Cole Sager uses his love of CrossFit to motivate others.

In this WAG Original Series, watch how 2014 CrossFit Games Champion, Camille LeBlanc-Bazinet discusses her life’s purpose.

In this WAG Original Series, watch how meal prepping has helped WAG Alumni Member Anastasia Allison, summit-seeker, trail-blazer and adventure-preneur, go further faster.

In this WAG Original Series, watch how WAG Alumni Member, Anastasia Allison, trail-hiking, summit-seeking adventure-preneur, helps inspire others to courageously design their own path toward happiness and fulfillment.

Between being a student, training for the CrossFit Games and trying to have a social life — Brooke Wells has to practice serious time management skills.

In 2016 Brooke Wells placed 6th at the CrossFit Games. Fast forward a year later and she returns to the Games fitter than she’s ever been in her entire life. So why didn’t she make the top 10 again?