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Tracking macros is stupid

So I’m being obnoxious but the fact is unless you are playing a sport that involves explosivity (sprinting, Olympic lifting) or endurance (cycling, marathon races) you do not need to obsess over how many carbs you are eating.

The battle of nutrition is fought in the trenches and it’s very hard to follow a consistent plan. So my advice is simply it until you have mastered the basics. Start with more sustainable approach – Flexible Dieting with an emphasis on total calories (portions), tracking protein consumption and 80% of your food being single ingredient foods and the other 20% being flexible.

Because if your goal is to simply be healthy and look better you just need to focus on total caloric intake, protein consumption and reducing processed foods. This is all you need to do build muscle and lose fat. I have clients also track fiber because it’s beneficial to health and also helps with nutrition selection – the kinds of foods you are eating.

I find that having to track protein, carbohydrates and fats, all with specific targets is everyday like a new Rubik’s cube. It’s unnecessarily complicated for everyday people. Having said this long term you want to have at least 10% of your calories being represented by every macronutrient, carbohydrates, fats and protein. If you consume less carbohydrates you will require more protein but if you’ve been following me for a while you are probably already eating .8x your body weight anyway.

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Client transformation: Tim

Tim @rittentw was a coaching client on @getverb who occasionally came in to train @madisonavestrengthlab for semi private training. His goal was to lose a meaningful amount of weight and improve his overall health. Tim has a demanding schedule that involves a lot travel as a result he found himself increasingly becoming out of shape. We started working together in January of 2023 and by the end of the year, Tim had officially lost over 40lbs working with me.

Aside from the hustle of working and traveling, Tim also experienced big life events including getting engaged and moving. He was able to navigate and celebrate these moments while maintaining a solid foundation of everything he learned on the program.

Tim completely transformed his day-to-day eating habits, increased exercise and daily movement tremendously, and has developed a lifestyle and achievable routine that works for him. He noted this as a key to his success in an area that was an obstacle on his previous fitness and wellness journeys.

I am so proud of Tim and all of his hard work. Keep crushing it, brother.

Link in bio and story to change your life.

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3 Day Training Split

This is a 3 day weight training program designed for real people looking to make a change. This is a realistic schedule that requires 50-60 minutes in the gym 3 days a week. The main considerations when designing this program were:

Time availability
Accomplishments
Intensity level
Exercise selection

To get free access to Phase 1 of this 3 Day Training Split, simply click the link below:
https://www.jacobzemer.com/3-day-full-body-workout/

This is a glimpse into the detailed, custom programs available on my app Zemer Strength Society. To access all exercise programs available on my app, sign up at https://www.jacobzemer.com/services/jacob-zemer-strength-society/.

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Whole Foods grocery list part 3

I’m back at @wholefoods to show you some of my favorite items to pick up while on a diet.

1. Sun butter
2. @angelicbakehouse whole grain wraps
3. Ground pork
4. Buffalo seasoning
5. Lean chicken thighs (look for 10g of protein per 100 calories)
6. Lions mane mushrooms
7. @kevins.natural.foods pre-made meals
8. @threewishes cereal

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3️⃣ ways to increase fiber intake 🥦

Make sure to eat 30g of fiber every day. Here’s the thing: most Americans only get around ~15g or less of fiber daily. I know, talking about eating more fiber might not be sexy, but it’s super important for your well-being.

Here are my three tips to getting more fiber:

1️⃣ Have some fruits or veggies with every meal. Berries, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are my go-tos.

2️⃣ Try psyllium husk – it’s a seed you can find in powder or capsule form. It might not taste amazing, but it does the job.

3️⃣ Check out fiber-rich products like Better Bagels, 647 bread, or Mission Carb Smart tortillas. Some people don’t like that I suggest these, but they’re way better than not getting enough fiber at all.

#fiberrich #healthyhabits #guthealth #fiber #highfiber #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthyeating #healthyeatinghabits #healthyeatingtips #trackingmacros #macrocounting #caloriedeficit #caloriecounting #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #weightlosstips #performancecoach #personaltrainer #nyctrainer #nycfitnesstrainer #nycfitfam

Tatum Sharp

Director of Social Media

"For there is always light, if only we're brave enough to see it, if only we're brave enough to be it."
- Amanda Gorman

Tatum is the mastermind behind Jacob Zemer’s social media. Every post you come across has its journey through her creative touch. From crafting compelling content and refining videos and reels to composing captivating captions, overseeing videographers, and meticulously planning release schedules – she’s constantly immersed in curating the Jacob Zemer content that captivates our audience!

Away from the digital buzz of social media, Tatum enjoys taking the stage, wielding her bass in her hardcore band, Volition, and indulges her passion for all things horror by frequently cozying up with scary movies.

Specialities:

  • BS Exercise Science minor in Communications
  • EXOS Performance Specialist
  • ACE Group Fitness
  • Creative writing
  • Visual communication

Elise Ladaw

Director of Coaching

“Science is Stronger”

Elise’s primary role as Director of Coaching is to ensure that the coaching business runs smoothly and is driven by science based principles concerning nutrition and exercise science. Her goal is to continually work to enhance the overall client experience, educate the clientele, monitor key performance indicators related to the coaching services, and foster a company culture of continuous learning among coaching staff.

When Elise is not helping the company with all things coaching she is either in the gym lifting weights or taking long walks through the grocery store finding new tasty and macro friendly nutrition products.


Specialities:

  • BAS Food Science 
  • NQ NPC Figure Competitor 
  • ACE CPT 
  • J3 University

Michelle Freedman

Chief of Operations

“Practice not perfection”

Michelle holds a crucial position in supervising the daily operations, aiming for operational efficiency, fostering growth, and contributing to the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Beyond providing structure, Michelle is actively involved in coaching and managing social media activities.

Away from refining policies and operations at Jake Zemer, LLC, you’ll discover Michelle outdoors, often barefoot with her kettlebells, engaging in adventures alongside her husband, two children, and two bulldogs.

Specialities:

  • BFA Graphic Design 
  • 10 years Corporate Fitness Management 
  • ACE CPT & GFI 
  • ACE Nutrition Specialist 
  • Kettlebell Master Instructor 
  • FMS I & II
  • USA Weightlifting 
  • Pre/Post Natal Certified  
  • TRX 
  • Schwinn & Maddog Cycling