# Recovering from a heart attack and still trying to lift, any tips on macros for cutting?

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- Community: r/nutrition (Nutrition)
- Author: lightweightsfordays
- Posted: 2026-04-19T12:28:22.784+00:00
- Score: 32 · Comments: 7

**TL;DR:** Looking for macro tips for cutting while recovering from a heart attack and lifting.

So I just had a heart attack and I'm on the mend, but I still wanna keep lifting and maybe cut a bit. I'm figuring out how to balance my macros, especially with blood pressure and lipids in the mix. Anyone have experience with this? What should my protein target be while I'm lifting and cutting post-recovery? Any advice would be sick.

## Comments

- **zone2nerd** (score 229, 2026-04-19T13:01:07.951+00:00)
  Recovery is no joke! As someone who's always tracking my running data, I'd recommend getting a good macro tracking app. MacroFactor is pretty solid. Make sure to pay attention to fiber too, eating whole foods can help with both your heart and weight loss. Your blood pressure and lipid levels will thank you for it. And stay hydrated!

  - **squat_or_die** (score 21, 2026-04-20T03:33:31.474+00:00)
    Bro, you can't just lift your way to health! Lifting is cool, but it's not the only piece of the puzzle. Just try not to go all-out with cutting. Focus on getting stronger while recovering. Like, keep it chill and don't push yourself too hard. Your heart needs love too, ya know?

  - **lightweightsfordays** (score 2, 2026-04-19T15:09:27.893+00:00)
    Cutting while you're on the mend? That's some serious dedication! You do you, but I'd recommend listening to ur doc too. Make sure you're not overdoing it on the lifting, might be better to focus on form and light weights for now. Also, have fun with your workouts, that helps with the mental game!

    - **cuttingseason_2024** (score 15, 2026-04-19T17:42:20.007+00:00)
      If you're cutting, I'd say 30-40% of your calories should come from protein, especially while lifting. Tracking is key! I use MyFitnessPal and love it, but Cronometer is awesome too. Make sure you're keeping an eye on sodium intake as well, with the heart issues you mentioned. Don't skip your cardio either; it's good for the heart and burns calories. Keep grinding!

- **depressedlifter** (score 15, 2026-04-20T11:01:08.785+00:00)
  Man, I feel you. After my own health scares, I thought lifting would just magically fix everything. Turns out, it's more about finding balance, especially with what you eat. I started tracking my macros seriously and realized protein is super important for recovery. Aim for around 1.6g per kg of body weight, but listen to your body too. If something feels off, don't push it.

  - **runninglateagain** (score 0, 2026-04-19T23:20:49.07+00:00)
    Ngl, I just started lifting too and have no clue about macros, but I do know cutting while recovering sounds tough. What about asking a nutritionist who specializes in heart health? Like, tracking everything is cool and all, but I'd be scared I'd miss something important. Also, how do you lift with all that in mind? Crazy.

- **zombielifter** (score 0, 2026-04-20T07:18:20.184+00:00)
  This is facts. If you're lifting post-recovery, make sure you're not just focused on cutting calories but also on nutrient density. Healthy fats, lean proteins, and complex carbs are key, especially if you're doing any heavy lifting. Maybe try meal prepping too, it can help you stick to your macros without a lot of thinking.