Nutrition to Accompany the Bridge

Hey coaches,

I’ve been reviewing your nutrition recommendations and listening to your old lectures on Alan Thrall’s channel as well. I’m not sure how much of your suggestions are still relevant given your changes since the SS days. I am 170-ish lbs with a 36" waist at a height of 5’9". At the moment, I don’t have an accurate bodyfat measurement, but my abs are visible.

If I’m understanding correctly, this is not a very good waist size for my height. I’ve recently reduced saturated fat intake significantly by downsizing on bacon, red meats and sweets.

At the moment, my diet is similar to Jordan’s as seen in his recent video. Oats, eggs, greek yogurt, cheese, fruits, veggies, red meats (maybe too often), fish and chicken + occasional deserts.

Total Intake today as an example.

2500 calories
280 carbs
170 protein
95 fats

Q: I’m planning to get more serious about tracking daily nutrition. Do you have a recommendation for calories/macros while running the bridge (and beyond)? Goal is still to get bigger/stronger, but not sure if I should lose some waist fat first or if my body will recompose over time.

I’d lose weight if I were in your situation via calorie deficit. You can get a calorie target by using the NIH BW planner.

Thanks Jordan. Will do.