03/02/2022
Sitting about 20+ pounds up from my last show and I’m not mad about it!
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I’ve had a lot of people ask me what is the difference in my diet program now that I’m training for a powerlifting competition versus a bodybuilding comp, and they are surprised when I tell them- not much!
I created a slight surplus and kept increasing it over time.
That’s it.
I think people think a meal plan that emphasizes strength would look entirely different than one that emphasizes physique goals, or that you immediately need to start “bulking” when you begin to powerlift.
Not only is it unnecessary, it is less effective. You don’t need to gain a bunch of fat to put on muscle. And your heavy leg day doesn’t burn nearly the amount of calories you think it does!
It’s important to remember that you’re still an athlete and that your performance is affected by the quality of your nutrition.
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I still track my calories, prep all of my food, eat the same amount of protein, and still eat 6 meals a day. I even eat the same types of food, I just increase my carb and fat portions as my strength and intensity increases.
By focusing on gaining strength I have been able to embrace the scale increase and love and honor my body in all its phases. ❤️🙏
