WAG Blog

Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.

How Often Should I Hit My Macros to Lose Weight?

If you’re wondering how “perfect” you need to be with your macros to see progress, you’re asking a question as old as macro tracking. So, not that old (for reference, WAG was founded in 2014, and we were one of the first in the macro-tracking and coaching game!)… but it’s definitely still a common question.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Sep 11, 2023

1 min read

Top 10 Macro Counting Questions, Answered

As with any new skill, there is a bit of a learning curve. Lucky for you, we’re here to help! Let’s take a look at some of the most common macro counting questions so you can get up and running as quickly as possible.

Mitch Lockhart

Mitch Lockhart

Feb 6, 2023

1 min read

How to Read a Nutrition Label

In this article, we’ll cover the basics of how to read a nutrition label and break down the sections of a nutrition label that are most important when it comes to counting macros and making informed food decisions.

Bo Buser

Bo Buser

Nov 21, 2022

1 min read

Low Calorie Protein Bars (That Still Keep You Full)

Today, we’re chatting about what to look for in a low-calorie protein bar if you have weight loss goals and you’re working with fewer macros. In this case, having something reliable to grab is helpful when you need something quick and want to feel full without breaking the calorie bank.

Rachel Holcomb

Rachel Holcomb

Sep 12, 2022

1 min read

Should I Eat If I'm Not Hungry?

You just finished a meal and you still feel hungry or maybe (if you are a macro counter) you might have gone through all your macros and you feel your stomach rumbling at the end of the day. What should you do? Eat? Not eat? Hmmm… Come along for the journey while this question is answered.

Emily Camacho

Emily Camacho

Sep 7, 2022

1 min read