Created by professional bodybuilder and powerlifter Stan Efferding, the vertical diet claims to improve athletic performance and body composition. While initially developed for high-level athletes, it’s now gaining traction with average gym-goers, too. It should be noted that there’s not much research to back up its founder’s claims. Many athletes and bodybuilders, as well as regular […] The post The Red Meat Meal Plan: Learn About the Vertical Diet appeared first on BODi ..read more

There are lots of diets that promise to help you lose weight, feel better, and get healthier. But there are only a few cultures whose diet is believed to extend their longevity — the Blue Zones diet. Based on the eating habits and lifestyles of peoples living in classified “blue zones,” the Blue Zones diet — encompassing nine behavioral factors of which consumption is only three — boasts the means to add years to your lifespan. Unlike many other diets, however, this approach to eating isn’t a precise list of must-haves and never-eats. In fact, individuals in these various Blue Zones ..read more

Social media has been buzzing about The Bro Diet. No, it’s not the latest viral horror film which involves the consumption of meatheads — although that’s probably in the works as we speak. Instead, the Bro Diet is an eating plan for muscle gain and/or weight loss, derived from bodybuilding traditions of the ’70s. It’s both extremely disciplined, which appeals to diet experts, yet its devotees find it extremely simple and easy to follow. What Is the Bro Diet? You could say that the Bro Diet is meal prepping on steroids, figuratively speaking. Casually passed down from lore ..read more

You’ve made the decision to eat more healthfully — now what? How do you know what basic groceries you’ll need to prep healthy meals and stick to your nutrition goals? Grocery shopping can be overwhelming as it is — according to the Food Marketing Institute, the average supermarket has around 30,000 items to choose from. So we asked nutrition experts to explain the best methods for coming up with a basic grocery list of healthy staples you should always have on hand in your kitchen. How to Create a Basic Grocery List “It’s always best to go to the grocery store with a basic grocery l ..read more

It’s not just a cliche saying when you hear that “abs are made in the kitchen.” What you eat and drink makes a huge difference in whether your six-pack is showing or not. That’s why a focused meal plan for abs can help you finally get that washboard look you’ve been striving for. Although there a plenty of factors that go into getting the physique you want (like activity level, stress levels, and genetics), there are some key things you can do while meal planning to help you maximize your ab game. Why Nutrition Matters for Your Abs Getting great abs means you need to focus on overal ..read more

Being in charge of the Thanksgiving turkey can be more than a little intimidating. There’s so much to think about: Do you have a big enough roasting pan? How long should you cook it? How the heck do you carve it once it’s time to eat? But before you tackle all of that, you need to figure out how much turkey to buy per person. After all, you want to make sure the bird you buy is big enough to feed everyone at your table! Ready to do some math? Here’s what you need to know. What Is the Average Serving Size of Turkey? You should aim to pile your plate with about 4 ounces of turkey — that’s t ..read more

LIIFT4 is an efficient, no-nonsense workout that combines weightlifting and calorie-burning high-intensity interval training. You’ll build muscle, shred fat, and burn a ton of calories. As a result, you’ll need meals that will fuel your workouts and aid your recovery. That’s why we created this LIIFT4 Meal Plan. This meal plan is built for those following Eating Plan A. (Check out page 5 of the LIIFT4 Program & Nutrition Guide to figure out which calorie level plan to follow.) This plan uses the color-coded Beachbody Portion-Control Containers, which simplify healthy nutrition and eliminat ..read more

If you’ve done 80 Day Obsession with Autumn Calabrese, you’ve seen firsthand how her Timed-Nutrition Meal Plan complements the workouts to get you the best results. A Little More Obsessed follows the same nutrition plan, so you can simply use the Phase 1 calculation from 80 Day Obsession to determine your daily calorie target. This meal plan works for both 80 Day Obsession and A Little More Obsessed, so no need to figure out a whole new meal prep when you finish one program and start another. Now get prepping! Meal Prep Menu for Eating Plan A Pre-Workout Meal Eat 60–90 minutes before your wor ..read more

Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to follow a vegan meal plan and still get enough protein? By carefully planning your meals to include soy proteins, beans, legumes, and whole grains, it’s totally possible. We’ve done the legwork for you with this vegan meal prep to ensure your diet is rich in complete and complementary proteins. While this menu is slightly lower in protein and higher in carbs than the regular 21 Day Fix Nutrition Plan, it is equally as healthy and is higher in fiber, which helps with satiety and assists with weight loss. When following this vegan meal prep, you’ll use ..read more

It’s official: Meal prep can be a crucial part of achieving your weight-loss and fitness goals. A study shows that people who spend more time thinking and preparing ahead about what they’re going to eat tend to make better choices, incorporating more fruits and vegetables into their diet. That same study also showed that spending less than an hour a day preparing food at home is linked to eating more fast food and spending more money eating out. Now, you might think that healthy meal prep is for those who have plenty of time and money to spend, but experts beg to diffe ..read more