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Fuel Your Movement.

Evidence-based nutrition for athletes β€” macro calculator, branch-specific guides, meal plan templates, and supplement recommendations.

Macro Calculator

Get your personalized daily calorie + protein, carb, fat targets in seconds.

Macro Calculator

Personalized daily targets Β· Mifflin-St Jeor formula

Fill in the form and hit calculate to see your personalized daily targets.

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Branch-Specific Nutrition

Each training style has unique fueling needs. Pick yours.

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Fitness Nutrition

Energy demand: high

Carb Strategy

4-6g/kg β€” periodize around training days

Protein Target

1.8-2.2g/kg distributed every 3-4 hours

Hydration

35ml/kg + 500ml per training hour

Pre-Workout

Carb + protein 90-120 min before (oats + Greek yogurt + banana)

Post-Workout

40g whey + 60g carbs within 60 min (smoothie or rice + chicken)

Avoid Near Training

High-fat meals 2h before β€” slows gastric emptying

Key Foods to Stock
Lean beefSalmonEggsGreek yogurtSweet potatoQuinoaBerries

Pre / Intra / Post Cheat Sheet

When you eat is as important as what you eat.

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Pre-Workout Fuel
60-120 min before
What to Eat
  • βœ“Carbs 1g/kg + protein 0.3g/kg
  • βœ“Banana + Greek yogurt + oats
  • βœ“Rice + chicken (90 min before)
  • βœ“Optional: 200mg caffeine 30 min pre
Carbs top up muscle glycogen, protein primes recovery, caffeine boosts power output by ~7%.
Avoid
  • βœ—High-fat meals
  • βœ—Heavy fiber
  • βœ—New foods on training day
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During Workout
For sessions >60 min
What to Eat
  • βœ“500ml water + electrolytes per hour
  • βœ“For >90 min: 30-60g carbs/hour (sports drink, dates)
  • βœ“No protein/fat needed mid-workout
Replaces sweat loss + maintains blood glucose for sustained output. Sodium helps fluid absorption.
Avoid
  • βœ—Plain water if sweating heavily (hyponatremia risk)
  • βœ—Solid food during high-intensity
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Post-Workout Recovery
0-60 min after
What to Eat
  • βœ“Whey 0.4g/kg + carbs 1g/kg within 30 min
  • βœ“Smoothie: whey + banana + oats + berries
  • βœ“Real meal within 2h: chicken + rice + veg
  • βœ“Tart cherry juice for inflammation
Glycogen synthesis 50% faster in first 30 min. Whey spikes muscle protein synthesis. Carbs trigger insulin = nutrient shuttling.
Avoid
  • βœ—Skipping post-workout meal
  • βœ—Alcohol within 4h (kills MPS by 24%)

Sample Meal Plans

Reference templates β€” tweak portions to your macros.

πŸ”₯ Fat Loss
Fat Loss Β· 1800 kcal
Breakfast07:30
  • β€’3 egg whites + 1 whole egg
  • β€’40g oats with berries
  • β€’Black coffee
380 kcal28g protein
Snack10:30
  • β€’Greek yogurt 200g + 15g almonds
280 kcal22g protein
Lunch13:00
  • β€’150g grilled chicken
  • β€’Large salad + 1 tbsp olive oil
  • β€’80g cooked quinoa
520 kcal45g protein
Pre-Workout16:30
  • β€’1 apple + 20g whey
180 kcal22g protein
Dinner19:30
  • β€’180g salmon
  • β€’Steamed broccoli + cauliflower
  • β€’Half sweet potato
440 kcal38g protein
Drink 2.5-3L water daily
Refeed day every 7-10 days +500 kcal carbs
Leave 1g protein per kg as minimum
βš–οΈ Maintenance
Maintenance Β· 2400 kcal
Breakfast08:00
  • β€’2 whole eggs + 2 whites
  • β€’60g oats + banana + peanut butter
  • β€’Coffee with milk
580 kcal32g protein
Snack11:00
  • β€’Apple + 30g mixed nuts
280 kcal8g protein
Lunch13:30
  • β€’180g chicken thigh
  • β€’120g rice
  • β€’Mixed veggies + olive oil
680 kcal48g protein
Snack17:00
  • β€’Greek yogurt + honey + berries
320 kcal22g protein
Dinner20:00
  • β€’200g lean beef
  • β€’Sweet potato 150g
  • β€’Spinach salad
540 kcal52g protein
Adjust Β±200 kcal based on weekly weight trend
Prioritize whole foods 80/20 rule
Sleep 7-9h is part of maintenance
πŸ’ͺ Lean Bulk
Lean Bulk Β· 3000 kcal
Breakfast07:30
  • β€’4 whole eggs
  • β€’80g oats + banana + 30g peanut butter
  • β€’Whole milk 250ml
780 kcal42g protein
Snack10:30
  • β€’Mass smoothie: 60g whey + oats + banana + nut butter
520 kcal50g protein
Lunch13:00
  • β€’200g chicken or beef
  • β€’150g rice
  • β€’Veggies + 1 tbsp olive oil
760 kcal58g protein
Pre-Workout17:00
  • β€’Bagel + honey + 30g whey
380 kcal32g protein
Dinner20:30
  • β€’220g salmon
  • β€’Large potato 250g
  • β€’Asparagus + butter
560 kcal52g protein
Aim for 0.25-0.5kg/week max β€” anything more is fat
Train hard β€” calories without stimulus = fat
Monitor body fat every 2 weeks
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Supplement Guide

Evidence-based picks β€” backed by research, not hype.

πŸ₯›Whey Protein
strong
Dose: 20-40g
Timing: Post-workout or to hit daily protein target

Fastest absorbing complete protein. Peak MPS within 60 min.

πŸ’ŽCreatine Monohydrate
strong
Dose: 3-5g daily
Timing: Anytime β€” consistency matters more than timing

Most researched supplement. +5-15% strength, +1-2kg lean mass over weeks.

β˜•Caffeine
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Dose: 3-6mg/kg
Timing: 30-45 min pre-workout

Boosts power output ~7%, endurance ~12%, perceived effort drops.

β˜€οΈVitamin D3
strong
Dose: 2000-4000 IU
Timing: With a fatty meal

Most adults deficient. Linked to strength, mood, immunity, bone health.

🐟Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)
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Dose: 2-3g combined EPA+DHA
Timing: With meals

Reduces inflammation, supports joint + cardiovascular + brain health.

πŸŒ™Magnesium Glycinate
moderate
Dose: 300-400mg
Timing: Evening

Sleep quality, muscle relaxation, recovery, calm nervous system.

πŸ”₯Beta-Alanine
moderate
Dose: 3-5g daily (split doses)
Timing: Anytime β€” for >60s high-intensity sets

Buffers acid in muscles. Adds 1-2 reps in 30s-4min efforts.

🦴Collagen + Vitamin C
moderate
Dose: 15g collagen + 50mg Vit C
Timing: 60 min before training

Joint, tendon, ligament support. Especially valuable for mobility/flex work.

⚑Electrolytes
strong
Dose: Sodium 500-1000mg/L water during exercise
Timing: During training >60 min or hot conditions

Prevents cramping, maintains hydration, supports muscle function.

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