Let’s be honest—getting fit isn't just about hitting the gym hard or running laps until your legs give out. Real, lasting strength and boundless energy come from a powerful partnership between fitness and nutrition. I’ve done all of the “right” workouts, but where I messed up was by not eating enough. I wasn’t fueling enough to see the results that I wanted. When I started tracking macros, I had the energy to hit my workouts with intensity without hitting a wall. When you match your macros to your goals, it’s a powerful pairing.

While macros can be a great way to find food freedom, there’s a few common mistakes that people make when beginning to track macros. Here’s a few common macro tracking mistakes and how to avoid them!