thesims' foodLog - Eating Like a Stormtrooper

[thesims]

My first log on BB.com! Please make sure to check out my (upcoming) workout log as well.

I'm posting this because as healthy as I eat, I feel like I'm doing something wrong and don't necessarily meet all my nutrient needs. As time goes by you'll get an idea of my eating habits and I would appreciate comments as to what else I should eat, shouldn't, etc.

Training regimen
I am currently doing Kris Gethin's 12-wk hardcore plan, minus the morning cardio, the supplements and the nutrition plan. I'm really just trying to push myself, because my last year of working out has had very little results (see progress pics). In terms of cardio I do LISS on the treadmill at 15% incline for 20 minutes. I also have dance training sessions 2-3 times a week, although I mean to increase their frequency.

As mentioned above I don't take supplements, don't intend to do so either. I make sure to eat properly before my workouts and hydrate myself, and my postworkout snack is usually a cup of Alpen cereal with pieces of apple, banana and whatever fruit I can find.

http: //weetabix.ca/en/alpen_original.php

My philosophy, food-wise
I'm the first to admit I have an incredibly unhealthy relationship with food. I get bertstare'd whenever people see the huge Tupperware filled with veggies that I bring for lunch or dinner and the identical meals I have every day. Everything is planned, down to the amount of almonds I eat as a midmorning snack. I have the compulsive need to eat HEALTHY and doing otherwise leaves me with feelings of shame and guilt.

No McDonald's, no energy drinks, nothing that can considered less than healthy. Coffee and alcohol are a no-no.

I'm frustrated at other people for not understanding where I'm coming from and telling me that some junk food here and then wouldn't hurt, simply because I'm thin. Or that denying myself these foods is a mistake because I need to fully enjoy life. **** you, I don't need ice cream or Big Macs to enjoy life. Yet, at the same time I hate myself for depriving myself and eating so compulsively healthy.

Anyway... in terms of nutrition I eat almost exclusively whole foods: primarily fruits and veggies, lots of them. My breakfast and lunch barely differ on a day-to-day basis as I stick to the same old foods. The only meal I cannot fully control is dinner as I still live with my parents, however we tend to prepare very healthy stuff with fresh ingredients. The portion size depends on the nutritional value of the meal.

Specific nutrition info
Using this formula: TEE = 864-(9.72*A)+CA((14.2*W)+(503*H)) where: A=19; CA=1.27; W=71kg; H = 1.88cm

I've calculated that my maintenance is around 3150. I generally don't reach that number, getting up to 2800 or so instead. As a competitive ballroom dancer, my figure is important and I have been recommended the following macro split: 20p/25f/55c or something in that area. The goal is to provide all nutrients while keeping me lean, and allow me to perform better during competitions and training sessions. It's preferable for me to maintain my weight rather than going on a strict cut a few weeks prior to competitions.

Fish is highly recommended but I haven't eaten any in 3 years, after being sick for a week because of ****ing tilapia.

I think that's pretty much it! Feel free to critique my food approach or my log's structure!

[brendbro]

If staying clear of any 'junk' food is what you want to do then all the better to you, as long as you are able to still maintain macro/micronutrient sufficiency for your height/weight/goals than all the better A couple of questions though...

what are your goals? You complain that your last year of training has shown very little progress, which means that you have been doing something wrong... yet you don't want to lose/gain weight at all? I'm confused, IMO stick with a goal, if you want to lose weight (looking at your pics I don't believe this would be a very detrimental goal) then stick with a caloric deficit, IMO a bulk would be good for you

p.s a 'macro split' is an outdated term that should not be applied, instead aim to hit the minimum amount of protein & fats that are required for your bodyweight, from there you can fill in the rest of your caloric requirements with any macro - if you haven't already try giving this a read - http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=121703981

[thesims]

First of all, thanks for replying brendbro.

IMO stick with a goal, if you want to lose weight (looking at your pics I don't believe this would be a very detrimental goal) then stick with a caloric deficit, IMO a bulk would be good for you

Just making sure... are you saying I SHOULD try to lose weight?

As for my goals, I suppose I'm a little ambiguous in my OP. Based on what I've read on the BB.com forums I'm aiming for a recomp rather than a bulk/cut. Dancesport is based on both performance and aesthetics, so I want to pack on a few lbs of muscle without gaining fat. I'm not sure bulking is a good idea since competitions sometimes occur bi-monthly.

In terms of training I've noticed strength gains but little difference in muscle size. Don't want big guns, but fuller arms (for instance) as well as definition would definitely be welcome.

I know that's a matter of BF% but I'd look sickly if I lost more weight. So my only option is putting on mass.

I skimmed through that article, but I will read it completely tonight. Thanks for the link.

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I figured I'd post my typical breakfast... bagel + p-butter/banana.

1 Banana 105cal 0.4f 27c 1.3p
1 Bagel 260cal 4.5f 44c 10p
1 tbspn Peanut butter 100cal 9f 3c 2p
250ml Orange juice 110cal 0f 27c 2p

For a total of 575 calories, 13.9g fat, 101g carbs, 15.3g protein. Very tasty and leaves me satiated.

Thanks again for your post brendbro! Much appreciated.

[brendbro]

oops didn't realise the mistake, sorry - looking at your pics I believe this would be a very detrimental goal.

Bulking would be extremely ideal for you IMO. Bulking isn't just an excuse to get fat, yes you will gain plenty of unwanted fat if you are careless with your energy intake however if your caloric surplus is kept to a minimum ( + 10-20% of maintenance) and you push yourself in the gym then fat gains will be minimal and potentially unnoticeable, in fact many who are quite lean to begin with often find themselves to be leaner and more defined after a bulk - due to LBM growth, therefore reducing their overall bf%

I know exactly how you feel with strength gains but little mass gains. I'd suggest giving a read over Starting Strength or maybe Lyles generic bulk

p.s bagel with pb & banana = awesome, but add some honey and cinnamon to that **** for a true foodgasm and if you're game throw some bacon on there too, DELICIOUS!!

[thesims]

Again, thanks for the reply brendbro. I think I will go for a clean bulk, given my reluctance to eat dirty foods.

Now I need to figure out what I can eat, besides fruit/vegetables, to increase my calorie intake. 2 eggs in the morning, another handful of almonds during the day... otherwise I don't have a ****ing clue. Oatmeal could be nice but I won't have that for breakfast with the bagel because it'd be too much. Perhaps a small serving of chicken and rice in the afternoon?

As for the cinnamon and honey, that sounds a bit messy! Lol I will definitely try that.

Anyhow here's my food log for day #1 - June 2nd, 2011:

Breakfast: bagel + p-butter/banana
1 Banana 105cal 0.4f 27c 1.3p
1 Bagel 260cal 4.5f 44c 10p
1 tbspn Peanut butter 100cal 9f 3c 2p
250ml Orange juice 110cal 0f 27c 2p
Total of 575 calories, 13.9g fat, 101g carbs, 15.3g protein.

I am probably going to prepare a 2-egg omelette for lunch, with pieces of ham and vegetables. I might throw in a few slices of cheese and a fruit salad for dessert, then have a workout w/ cardio in the afternoon. I paid for a membership to a new gym and I really hate it, so I might cancel it today and go back to my previous place. It's so uncomfortable I can't even workout properly.

[LordNikon]

nothing that can considered less than healthy. Coffee a no-no.

Stopped reading after that. I'd love to hear your explination as to why coffee is bad...

[thesims]

Stopped reading after that. I'd love to hear your explination as to why coffee is bad...

My bad, I wasn't implying coffee is bad. I just don't drink any.