Which one is true?

[ABCs]

Ok, I gained a shitload of weight and am finally back off my chunky ass and taking it off. Which is better? Eating a few (2-3) small meals a day or eating 5-6 even smaller meals/snacks per day? When I am on a serious weight loss diet, I eat 2 times a day once in the morning usually a half a bowl of cereal and a half a banana and then anytime between 4pm and 5pm, usually a piece of chicken and vegetables. What would be the best option for the most optimized weight loss schedule?

 

[blueboy75]

Ok, I gained a shitload of weight and am finally back off my chunky ass and taking it off. Which is better? Eating a few (2-3) small meals a day or eating 5-6 even smaller meals/snacks per day? When I am on a serious weight loss diet, I eat 2 times a day once in the morning usually a half a bowl of cereal and a half a banana and then anytime between 4pm and 5pm, usually a piece of chicken and vegetables. What would be the best option for the most optimized weight loss schedule?

http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/showthread.php?t=21113

 

[Jodi]

Yeah, as blueboy75 said, read the stickies.

2 meals per day is not a good option. 5-6 per day is the way to go to lose fat.

 

[ShapeUP]

Ok, I gained a shitload of weight and am finally back off my chunky ass and taking it off. Which is better? Eating a few (2-3) small meals a day or eating 5-6 even smaller meals/snacks per day? When I am on a serious weight loss diet, I eat 2 times a day once in the morning usually a half a bowl of cereal and a half a banana and then anytime between 4pm and 5pm, usually a piece of chicken and vegetables. What would be the best option for the most optimized weight loss schedule?

Best thing to do is research research research, read those stickies it's a great start, for mor info get Tom Venuto's "Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle". It's a great read and has TONS of usefull info and ideas along with motivational help and such.

THis site is great, come here everyday to keep fitness on the brain, and get a gym membership!!!

 

[ABCs]

Hey thanks. Yeah, I usually have VERY good forum etiquette, but this time I completely overlooked the stickies. It happens to the best of us I suppose. Anyway, yes I will be here on a daily basis reading up, keeping me motivated for my rigorous training schedule AND implant a shitlaod of knowledge about fitness and health into my head. As for Tom's book, I may just pick that up today.

Now here's another question relating to the topic. I read the sticky and downloaded the shopping list.doc. It doesn't really say anything about Cashews and Olives. I am huge fan of both and I know olives can't be bad for you, but is there something in them to stay away from while training? And I know Cashews are high in fats and calories but are also high in protien and GOOD fats. Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[americanwit]

5-6 small meals a day is the way to go.

 

[ABCs]

Yup, that's what I have been doing since I started this thread, I have been feeling refreshed and energized throughout the day. My workouts are longer and harder and my body isn't starving itself. Thanks to everyone for the guidance. Anyone can answer the question I asked above?

"Now here's another question relating to the topic. I read the sticky and downloaded the shopping list.doc. It doesn't really say anything about Cashews and Olives. I am huge fan of both and I know olives can't be bad for you, but is there something in them to stay away from while training? And I know Cashews are high in fats and calories but are also high in protien and GOOD fats. Any advice would be appreciated."

Thanks again guys.

 

[Fireplug]

I know it is hard for some people to get to eat 6 meals a day. However, you nee to really try to stick to several smaller meals thoughout the day. Don't wait until you are hungry as by then it is too late. You need to keep fuel in your body. If you only eat a couple meals a day your body will slow down and store more as fat. It does not know when it will get more food and thus store more. The more often you eat then the more your body will burn and the better you will feel and look. Start off with a good healthy breakfast and finish off your day with a high protein low carb meal. If you can't eat meals throughout the day then drink or eat meal supplements.

 

[Jodi]

Yup, that's what I have been doing since I started this thread, I have been feeling refreshed and energized throughout the day. My workouts are longer and harder and my body isn't starving itself. Thanks to everyone for the guidance. Anyone can answer the question I asked above?

"Now here's another question relating to the topic. I read the sticky and downloaded the shopping list.doc. It doesn't really say anything about Cashews and Olives. I am huge fan of both and I know olives can't be bad for you, but is there something in them to stay away from while training? And I know Cashews are high in fats and calories but are also high in protien and GOOD fats. Any advice would be appreciated."

Thanks again guys.

Cashews fall into the nuts category on the shopping list. And yes, olives are good for you too. Both are high in fat so watch your caloric intake.

 

[ABCs]

Cashews fall into the nuts category on the shopping list. And yes, olives are good for you too. Both are high in fat so watch your caloric intake.

Those two are probably the highest calorie items my body will see a day. Thanks again for the info guys.

And Fireplug, it is VERY hard to eat 6 meals a day with my schedule and job. I try as hard as I can but I will usually reach the 4 or 5 mark, a couple of them beaing really simple snacks (usually nuts). It seems to be working out very well so far.