If you’re over 40 and serious about getting in shape, this beginners guide to meal prepping might be the most important habit you can start. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know to simplify healthy eating, even with a busy schedule. At first, this may sound intimidating, but like everything in life, give it a few weeks and you will adjust when you start seeing the fantastic results.
Why This Beginner’s Guide To Meal Prepping Is Essential for Men Over 40
After 40, your metabolism slows down, muscle recovery takes longer, and body fat seems harder to shed. But one thing stays the same: what you eat determines how you look, feel, and perform.
Meal prepping gives you the advantage of always having healthy meals ready. This keeps you on track with your muscle-building and fat-loss goals, even when life gets hectic. No more grabbing takeout or skipping meals. Instead, you’ll stay consistent, and consistency is king for results.
I often get asked how I can add muscle while losing fat. This is easy to accomplish when you start or get back into training after a long break, meaning you are out of shape. If you need to lose 30 pounds, you will see a bigger combo of fat loss and muscle building than if you have 10 pounds to lose or are looking to maintain.
How Meal Prep Supports Muscle Gain and Fat Loss
Meal prep makes it easy to stick to your macro and calorie targets. For example, a 220-pound man wanting to get down to 190 pounds would have daily goals that look something like this if he’s aiming to build muscle and lose fat (why wouldn’t he be?):
Calories: 2,400 per day
Protein: 190 grams
Carbs: 170 grams
Fat: 75 grams
This macro split supports lean muscle gain while helping your body burn stored fat. But unless you know exactly what you’re eating, it’s easy to go off track. That’s where this beginner’s guide for meal prepping comes in.
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