You’ve probably heard it before:
“You need to track your macros if you want results.”
And while tracking macronutrients — protein, carbs, and fats — can be a powerful tool, it’s not the only way to improve your body composition or performance.
At 033 Strength and Conditioning, we believe in giving our members a flexible, sustainable approach to nutrition that’s tailored to their goals, lifestyle, and mindset — not just the numbers.
Let’s break it down:
🧠 What Are Macros — and Do They Really Matter?
Macronutrients (macros) are the nutrients your body needs in large amounts:
- Protein: supports muscle growth, recovery, and fullness
- Carbohydrates: your body’s main energy source — especially for CrossFit-style training
- Fats: support hormones, brain health, and long-lasting energy
Tracking your macros means logging the grams of each nutrient you eat to hit a specific daily target. It’s precise — but it can also be time-consuming or overwhelming if you’re not in the right season for it.
So… do you really need to track them?
It depends.
🎯 Who Should Track Macros?
Macro tracking can be incredibly helpful if:
✅ You have a body composition goal (like fat loss or muscle gain)
✅ You’re hitting a plateau and want more clarity
✅ You’re prepping for something specific (wedding, comp, photoshoot)
✅ You enjoy structure and data
But it’s not required for success — and it’s not for everyone.
You might not need to track macros if:
🚫 It triggers obsessive habits or food guilt
🚫 You’re just getting started and feel overwhelmed
🚫 You’re in a high-stress season and need to keep things simple
🚫 You’d rather focus on habits like eating more protein and fewer processed foods
🥗 033’s Approach to Nutrition (Powered by Kitchen to Kilos)
We offer personalized nutrition coaching at 033 through our partnership with Kitchen to Kilos — and our approach is all about flexibility, sustainability, and meeting you where you are.
Some members track macros.
Some use plate visuals or portion guides.
Some just work on habit goals like building better meals or eating enough protein.
No matter your goal — fat loss, strength, more energy, food freedom — we’ll help you pick the right strategy for your season and teach you how to adjust it over time.
It’s not about perfection.
It’s about progress you can maintain.
🔥 Bottom Line: Macros Are a Tool, Not a Rule
Macros are helpful.
But they’re not magic.
You don’t need to track every bite forever to get results — and you definitely don’t need to do it alone.
If you’re not sure where to start with your nutrition (or you’re tired of going all in, burning out, and starting over), it’s time to get a strategy that actually fits your life.
📍Let’s Find the Right Nutrition Approach for You
Whether you’re interested in tracking macros or not, our team at 033 and Kitchen to Kilos can help you build a plan that works.
👉 Click here to schedule your free consult today.
We’ll chat about your goals and create a training and nutrition strategy to support your next breakthrough.