7 Fundamentals of Eating for Muscle Growth Overview

QUESTION 1 WHAT'S A GOOD OVERALL APPROACH TO PROTEIN?

MY RECOMMENDATION IS TO ONLY EAT 4-5 TIMES PER DAY, MAKING SURE THAT YOU GET ENOUGH PROTEIN IN EACH OF THOSE MEALS.

QUESTION 2 WHAT ARE THE BEST PROTEIN SOURCES?

Aside from that, though, most animal-based sources are going to be ideal from a protein perspective. Eggs and lean meats like beef, steak, turkey, and chicken will all help you grow. Salmon is excellent as well, not only for protein, but also as a source of nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, which are going to help you stay lean and healthy.

Supplements are helpful here as well, but for overall nutritional impact, food is still king.

QUESTION 3 WHAT'S A SMART APPROACH TO CARBS?

TRY TO KEEP THE RATIO OF CARBOHYDRATES TO FIBER AT 5:1 OR LOWER.

QUESTION 4 WHAT'S AN IDEAL BODYBUILDING BREAKFAST?

METABOLISM-PROGRAMMING BREAKFAST

Protein: 30-40g
Carbs: < 30g, low-glycemic and high-fiber
Fats: 20g
Sample: 1 whole egg, 6 oz. whole milk yogurt, 1 cup oatmeal

QUESTION 5 HOW MUCH SHOULD I WORRY ABOUT SODIUM?

DRINK WATER—NOT DISTILLED WATER—AND REALIZE THAT IF YOU SWEAT AND WORK HARD, IT'S OK TO PUT SOME SALT ON YOUR FOOD.

QUESTION 6 WHEN IS IT OK TO CHEAT?

Hey, it happened. Just get back on your diet afterward. Obviously, on special occasions, like if it's Christmas, your birthday, or your friend's wedding, it's OK to have a piece of cake. Just go back on your program.