Maureen
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Hi!
I think I have read all the information about the challenge but I cannot find any information about the BCAAs. Is it OK to add this to the meal plan? It will be approximately 40 calories (10 grams of protein) extra per day (only on training days though).A-ok on the BCAA’s 🙂
HI,
For the meal plan that lists 3oz of chicken breast can we use ground chicken breast? Or does it have to be an actual chicken breast?
Also, can we make shredded chicken breast in the crock pot and use that as the 3 oz of chicken breast?
Thanks,Hi there, shred that stuff in the crock pot if you want. If the macros on the ground chicken breast are the same as the regular, I don’t see a problem there as well.
Thanks for chiming in ladies. Try to choose another meal. Could you choose another fruit, probably. If you can get the macros to match and you absolutely can’t stand it. We just advise making subs because it’s pretty hard to get the macros to swap evenly. I know, not the answer you wanted.
I feel like it won’t really matter, but would it be okay to do the Turkey Chili recipe in a crock-pot? I typically make my chili that way and it would make meal prepping that one easy.
Thanks!I made it that way…done in a snap. Go for it!
All of the options in meal 2, meal 3, and meal 4 have at least one item that I can not eat. Will the plan still work if I just pick one of the options and then not each the items I can not eat?
Hi there,
If you Leave out items…the macros won’t work out to be what they should be for the day. Its going to be hard for us to give you swaps for those items. It doesn’t leave many other options. They are mostly carbs you are eliminating. Beans are an option but your protein will increase as well. You will have to use MFP to figure out the amounts appropriate for you to eat. Corn tortillas could work as well, but again you will have to figure out how much to have and see how the numbers come out when you plan the day. I’m sorry I can’t be of more help to you. There are alot of options in the plan it would be impossible for us to make these accommodations for every participant. I would advised you to put the meals as in MFP and then take out the item you can’t have and put a new one in. See how the numbers look and if it’s within 5g over or under then you are making a good swap. I hope that helps.All of the options in meal 2, meal 3, and meal 4 have at least one item that I can not eat. Will the plan still work if I just pick one of the options and then not each the items I can not eat?
Hi there,
If you Leave out items…the macros won’t work out to be what they should be for the day. Its going to be hard for us to give you swaps for those items. It doesn’t leave many other options. They are mostly carbs you are eliminating. Beans are an option but your protein will increase as well. You will have to use MFP to figure out the amounts appropriate for you to eat. Corn tortillas could work as well, but again you will have to figure out how much to have and see how the numbers come out when you plan the day. I’m sorry I can’t be of more help to you. There are alot of options in the plan it would be impossible for us to make these accommodations for every participant. I would advised you to put the meals as in MFP and then take out the item you can’t have and put a new one in. See how the numbers look and if it’s within 5g over or under then you are making a good swap. I hope that helps.Meal Plan 1 starts at 5’3 and under or 120 and under. Are these macros suitable for me – 4’8’’ and 111pounds. Not sure if I should be following this meal plan or something with a bit lower macros. The Phase2 macros/calories is what I typically stay within for maintenance. Not sure if I will be able to cut with these macros.
Any suggestions?
ThanksHI there,
I would just follow which plan is according to your height. New plan, new training etc. See what happens. You might find that a rise in calories gives your body what it needs to make some amazing changes. 🙂printout for day 5 phase 2 acc cardio has round 1-5 nt the below listed exercise links is missing round 4. lmk when listed to print
Thank you. Noted and we will get that fixed.
I would like to be able to continue with Les Mills Bodycombat classes. Would that qualify as HIIT in phase 1 or Interval Cardio for phase 2?
Thank you.
ElenaHI there, As long as you are following the guidelines for heart rate and duration. It would be just fine.
” HIIT Cardio Range from 120 (low intensity or rest intervals) to 190 bpm (high intensity intervals)” Good luck!Does it matter what type of HIIT class I do? For instance, can I do a spinning class that is HIIT with a heart rate monitor?
Hi there,
As long as you are following the guidelines for the workout it doesn’t matter what mode you choose for your HIIT. Just make sure it’s a challenge!
Good luckhello…. just to confirm meal plan 2 for phase 1 has the second page documented as 5’4 and under… i feel the info is correct ;however, the notation as 5’4 and under is an error.. can you please confirm this. thank you
Hi there,
I’m not sure what you mean…Meal plan 2 says 5’3-5’6 on both pages. Can you show me a screenshot so I can see what you mean. Thanks!My weight is over 200 but I am only 5’1 which plan do I follow?
Hi there,
With all of Nicole’s challenges she recommends participants use their height to pick the meal plan if they don’t fit perfectly into one of the meal plan requirements. Good luck!Hi!! So looking at meal plans and The calories for me are too low to start. I am 5’8 128. Can I hop up to the mens 1 plan? Currently I maintain sitting around 2400 cals. I don’t want to get skinny😂. Let me know!! Xoxo
Hi there,
You can do what you want on this challenge. Just know it’s meant to be a shred type challenge. If you think that those calories are too low for you because you are on point with your nutrition currently then go for a higher plan. If you aren’t an avid tracker and are ball-parking where you are then I would go with Meal plan 3 of the women’s plan. Only you know where you are exactly right now. I am sure you can make the right call 🙂 Good luck.Hello. Curious if I need to do the female meal plan 3 or follow under one of the males
Female 5’10. 200#. Thank youHi there! Just go for the Women’s meal plan 3. See how it goes 🙂
I am a “smidge” over 5’6” but I weigh about 164-165…. not sure if I should do meal 2 or 3…in the last 35 day build I did plan 3, did not see a lot of body composition change during that one.
Thank you
LisaHi there!
I would go for meal plan 2 then if you are “just” over 5’5…..What’s the worst thing that could happen? You are shredded by the end lol. I meant best 🙂 Good luck.In the Do’s and Dont’s for Nutrition it mentions not eating Meal #5 or post workout meal on non-training days, however you also note a change from previous challenges and we should have all 5 meals just moved around for post workout. I’m assuming the do’s and dont’s were not updated and we should eat the 5 meals for phase 1? Please advise.
Hi there!
Just answered this in another thread. Great question. THe post workout meal is eaten everyday. The only difference is that you either have it after strength training workouts or on an off day you have it as meal 5. 🙂 Thanks! It’s noted and I am sure they will make the change.This may seem weird lol but how do I know what is considered a medium apple? Also for strawberries should they be average size not the extra big ones?
1 more- does the brand of balsamic vinegarette matter?
Thanks!Hi there,
Just use your best judgement…I am sure you can see some small apples (usually the real red ones) and some giant ones LOL. Just go in between. Don’t stress. I would say average strawberries. Brand doesn’t matter 🙂 Good luck!Guys I just received my supplements today! Let me tell you the taste is amazing!! The vanilla cupcake tastes just like the cake part and the banana passionfruit bcaa is fantastic! I am so glad I ordered these! I have been dying to try them for a while now.
Awesome! Thank you for the amazing feedback 🙂 Good luck!
At the top it says that I’m this challenge the post workout meal is even included on non weight training days but I’m the do’s and donta it says don’t eat post workout meal on non training days
Eat the post workout meal everyday. The only thing that is different is that it is placed after you strength train but if it’s an off day, you have it for meal 5. I made a note and will let them know. Thank you!
I need a little clarification on the post work or shake. There is a post workout protein shake and withnin 30 min of workout we are to eat post workout meal. Is this correct?
Post workout you can choose one of the 3 options. Shake, meal or vegan option. Choose 1 of the 3 and have post training. If you do not train that day, just have that “post workout” meal as meal 5. Good luck
Okay I need to confirm which plan to follow. I am 5’4” and 236lbs, so I need to follow MP3 correct? Thanks
Hi there,
Go by your height. If you don’t fit perfectly into one meal plan.
Good luckHi I’m 5’2 but 140lbs. Do I follow the meal plan for my weight range or height range? Thanks
Hi there,
Go by your height if you don’t fit exactly into one plan. Good luck!Just double checking. Women’s meal plan 3 says Ghee Butter but grocery list states Men’s plan only. Wondering if that’s just a typo? Thanks!
Looks to be a typo. It is found on the women’s plans as well. I will make note of that.
Thank you.
