The UFC diet plan is gaining attention and so I wanted to share a sample UFC diet plan for you so you could get an idea of what it involves and if it is the right one for you. The promoters of the diet claim that the diet helps speed up fat loss and build strong muscles. The diet plan advocates consumption of healthy fats, vitamins and minerals to aid in recovery from intense workouts. While on this diet, you will follow a diet plan that looks like this: Eat healthy, fat burning foods 5 days a week. You will then boost your metabolism with on “cheat day” which is followed by one “fasting day.” So, what would a “typical” day look like for one of those 5 day diet plans? A sample is below. But, remember to adjust the amount of intake based on your current weight and activity level:

Breakfast – UFC Lean Body Smoothie

1 cup strawberry yogurt, fat free
2 oz raw almonds
1/2 cup applesauce
2 tsp olive oil
20 grams whey protein powder

AM Snack – another UFC Lean Body Smoothie – double the ingredients and save 1/2 for PM snack

1 cup fat free milk
20 grams whey protein powder
1/2 cup blueberries
1 tsp olive oil

Lunch – UFC-style salad to keep body fat low and build a lean 6 pack

4 oz low fat cheese
2 tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup red kidney beans
3 cups romaine lettuce
2 tsp olive oil
12 slices turkey bacon

PM Snack – yet another UFC Lean Body Smoothie…finish 1/2 leftover from AM snack

1 cup fat free milk
20 grams whey protein powder
1/2 cup blueberries
1 tsp olive oil

Dinner – pack on lean muscle, burn fat and promote recovery with this UFC-approved meal

8 oz lean beef cuts
1/2 cup broccoli
1 bell pepper
3 cups romaine lettuce
1/2 cup portabella mushrooms
1/3 cup red onions
1/2 cup red kidney beans
1/2 handful raw almonds
2 tsp olive oil

Bedtime Snack – fat slows absorption of protein —> steady supply of protein to muscles while asleep

3 oz low fat cheese
1 cup grapes
1 handful raw almonds

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