If you’ve ever said, “I just don’t have time to track my macros,” this one’s for you. Whether you’re a busy mom, a career-focused powerhouse, or just juggling the everyday chaos of life, the last thing you need is another thing on your to-do list.

But let’s be real for a second – when you keep putting yourself on the back burner, it starts to show. You might be lashing out when you don’t mean to, feeling low-energy, or looking in the mirror and picking yourself apart.

I’ve been in your shoes, and now I’m on the other side with a healed relationship with food and a metabolism that works for me. After years of experience helping women just like you, I want to give you the exact tools I wish I’d had.

So, let’s get into my 3 biggest tips for making macro tracking work even when time feels tight!

1. Be Flexible With Your Macros

The biggest mistake? Expecting perfection.

If you tell yourself you have to hit your macros perfectly from day one and then fall short… you’ll feel discouraged and likely give up. Instead, allow room for flexibility and growth.

Start small – start with tracking your macros three days a week. Then, slowly bump your way to four days and eventually five when you feel comfortable.

Consistency over time is more effective than short bursts of perfection.

2. Simplify Meals (Without Making It Boring)

You don’t need to be a meal prep queen. I’m not! I like having the flexibility to switch things up — but when time is short, keeping meals simple is key.

Here’s what works:

• Batch cook proteins: Use the crockpot, air fryer, or grill to cook pork, panko chicken, turkey burgers, or taco-seasoned ground beef. Use spices for variety!
  
• Make carbs easy: A rice cooker is your best friend. Keep wraps, buns, and tortillas stocked.
  
• Pre-chop veggies: I use an electric dicer from Amazon (a $30 lifesaver) and prep in minutes.

This whole system takes less than 60 minutes a week. And yes, even you can find one hour out of 168 to make your week easier and your goals more attainable. I promise, you will eventually see you’re saving time, money, and stress!

3. Learn to Navigate Eating Out

Traveling? Dining out? Working on the go? That doesn’t mean progress is off the table.

The women I work with are busy flight attendants, telehealth providers, and corporate travelers with chaotic schedules. What have they all learned in working with me? 

You don’t need to give up living your life to make macro tracking work.

Ditch the “all or nothing” mindset the diet world teaches. That restriction always leads to burnout and rebound eating.

Instead:

• Learn to track flexible meals while out
  
• Give yourself grace when you’re not home-cooking everything
  
• Build long-term skills so results actually last
  

This is what creates sustainable progress — the kind that fits your real life.

Macro tracking doesn’t have to be complicated, time-consuming, or restrictive. With a few small tweaks, you can feel empowered in your body, build sustainable habits, and still enjoy your life.

And if you’re ready for support? DM me on Instagram — I’d love to talk through your goals and help you find the path that fits your life best.