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2003/04/01, 01:49 PM
I have approximately 80% travel for my job. It affords me plenty of time to workout, but it's very difficult to stay on track with my diet, eating out every night with an unlimited expense account. I'm a hard gainer about 6'1.5" 190. I'm lean and getting stronger, but I can't keep my fat down and still get anywhere near the 4700 calories this site suggests. High cholesterol runs in my family so I'm concerned about this issue.
I know that I could eat chicken breast for lunch and dinner everyday and be fine, but what other foods can get me the calories without the fat.
Thanks
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2003/04/01, 02:19 PM
You can also look into MRPs. They have the required protein you are looking for and most have very little fat. They are also convenient...
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2003/04/01, 02:40 PM
Thanks for the alternatives Ravenwolf.
I've been working in MRP's, but still exceeding on the daily fat intake. I guess this will just take some time to get comfortable with what kind of foods I can eat.
Thanks Again
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2003/04/01, 03:39 PM
I travel alot on my job. I always take MRP's with me. Also some protein bars - great for that 1 hour flight that's delayed for 5 hours. I nearly always eat fish when I eat out - grilled is my favorite preparation and there are so many varieties - skip the appetizer, have a salad - dessert? Uh, no thanks.
Up until 4 years ago, I would dine out - appetizer, soup, dinner, dessert. One day I had to admit that at 196 lbs - I was fat. I got a doctor, had a physical, got into a gym. In 6 months I was 165 lbs with 10% bf. Another 6 months I was 172 with 10% bf. And I've kept at it. I'm now 188 with 9%bf. This is a much more pleasant body to be in.
So watch out for that travel diet. My boss can't believe how little I spend on meals compared to my less disciplined associates. Oh, watch the booze, more empty calories. I used to hit the bar, now I hit the gym.
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2003/04/01, 04:03 PM
First off, sweitz, 4700 calories are probably far too much for you. The nutrition calculator on this site is generally high on calories and carbs and low on fats. Are you looking to bulk up, lean out or maintain body weight while changing composition? You probably don't want to go much higher than 4000 calories a day, even if you're trying to gain mass.
Diet while travelling is one of the main reasons that I haven't gone back into consulting. Perhaps the only reason. I have yet to figure out a good way to do this, unless you travel to the same site consistently, in which case you might be able to get corporate housing. I know first hand how tough it is do eat properly when you're living out of a hotel and working long hours. You might try looking for a Residence Inn or Staybridge Suites hotel in order to have a fridge and kitchen. Other than that, it's really difficult. Calculating calories is particularly hard when eating out since you don't know exactly what goes into a meal. Subway gets old after while. Best of luck. And do post again if you figure anything out. Take a look at menshealth.com, I think they had an article about eating on the road.
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2003/04/01, 04:49 PM
rsquade - What you've accomplished is quite impressive. One question for you, what's the difference between MRP's and protein bars? I thought they were the same thing. I've been eating Power Bar Protein Plus w/ 24g of protein and 290 calories. Does this qualify as an MRP?
Mackfactor - You obviously know the joys of being a consultant. Thanks for you insight.
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