A smart workout program requires a smart eating program. Once you
select any of the easy-to-follow food plans from the list below, the
Men's Health Personal Trainer system will serve up ongoing meal choices
and recipes based on the principles of your plan. Along the way, the
Trainer will also factor in your prior results and calorie
consumption—all with the aim of helping you meet your goals.
PLAN
FOCUS
DESCRIPTION
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The Belly-Off Diet
Weight Loss
The Belly-Off eating plan is designed to get the right nutrients in
your system at the right time, to keep you feeling full and minimize
your cravings. Plus, this plan's emphasis on protein provides you with
the raw material to pack on muscle
EXPERT
Craig Ballantyne,
M.S., C.S.C.S.
The Abs Diet
Fat Burning
Three meals and three snacks per day keep your metabolism stoked, while
an emphasis on the Abs Diet's Powerfoods provides you with
heart-healthy foods that will help melt your midsection. And all
without ever having to count a single calorie
EXPERT
David Zinczenko, MH Editor-in-Chief
The Testosterone Advantage Diet
Fat Loss and Muscle Gain
A muscle-building, fat-stripping plan that focuses on high-quality
protein and balances fat with carbohydrates. This strategy provides a
unique eating plan that allows you to eat all the foods you love,
without compromising your results. It is also customizable for your
goals—whether you're a heavyweight that wants to lose your gut for
good, or the original skinny guy who wants to add some serious muscle
EXPERT
Mike Mejia,
C.S.C.S.
The Endurance Athlete's Diet
Traditional Food Pyramid
Endurance eating for the high-mileage athlete, this program is rich in
carbohydrates, low in fat, and balanced with moderate protein. If you
do lots of cardio training, you may want to consider this plan
