I've been doing it for the past month now. It's definitely against the grain. I don't follow it exactly because I eat more than 1.0-1.3 grams of protein per lb per day which was what's recommended under the program, I eat closer to 1.75-2.0 grams per lb per day. My strength has not dropped, my bodyfat has dropped 2.6 % and my weight is 1.5 lbs heavier then when I started. I'm currently eating 4100-4400 calories per day and eating 315-345 grams of protein per day at 185 lbs. The issue that I have is my schedule is pretty full with my job so I workout later than 7 p.m. but go to bed at 1-2 a.m. most nights. It works for me but I eat alot of calories pretty close to bedtime which doesn't effect my energy throughout the day or workout intensity. I just wish the program would be listed somewhere in full detail so you know exactly what's recommended to eat and how much. I have guessed for the most part on quantities and just eat until I can't anymore.. pretty good system...lol. I would advise staying away from fatty sugar stuff like cheesecakes, ice cream and cookies but stick to pastries. That's my opinion, if anyone else has more experience and a better system, I'd love to hear that too..