POWERGAINZ
POWERGAINZ
zach homol
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Table of Contents
Introduction..........................................................................4
Understanding the Programming..................................6-9
Video Library................................................................10-17
Exercise Guide
Chest Movements...................................................18-29
Back Movements....................................................30-34
Bicep Movements...................................................34-38
Tricep Movements..................................................39-43
Shoulder Movements.............................................44-49
Leg Movements......................................................50-61
Core Movements....................................................62-64
Program
Week 1.....................................................................65-67
Week 2.....................................................................68-70
Week 3.....................................................................70-73
Week 4.....................................................................73-76
Week 5.....................................................................76-78
Week 6.....................................................................78-80
Week 7.....................................................................80-82
Week 8.....................................................................83-84
Recommended Meals/Nutrition.................................85-94
Thanks/Sponsors...........................................................95-98 2
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Welcome to the Power Gainz E Book! I know since you made it this far
you are ready to take your training to the next level and that is exactly
what we will be doing over the next 8 weeks. I have spent countless
hours programming the next 8 weeks of Power Gainz, pulling every
bit of knowledge and understanding I have acquired about training
philosophies, positioning leverages and more and wrapped them up
inside of this E Book.
But, I didn’t stop there! I’m well aware that in order to see the results
you desire, you will have to understand how to do each movement
correctly. Included is a complete exercise guide providing pictures
of the start and finished position of EACH movement found in the
programming.
There will be many movements found inside of the programming
that many of you may have never attempted and because of this I have
decided to add a new feature to this E Book; A Video Library. The Video
Library is complete with over 16 videos of both specific exercises as well
as a TUTORIAL on how to SQUAT, BENCH, and DEADLIFT correctly
and efficiently!
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Understanding The Programming
3-2-1 Progression: Working Sets:
3-2-1 Progression is a method that will be used to All of the programming is to be done as heavy as
work up to a Sub 1 Rep Max. When doing a 3-2-1 possible for each movement unless stated otherwise
Progression, start with your normal start weight but inside the programming.
only taking it for 3 reps. Continue working up, taking Working Sets Example:
moderate jumps until you are unable to do 3 reps any 4 sets of 4 = Each set should be done at maximum
more. Next, jump up in weight performing 2 reps effort. An example set range might be:
until you can’t any more. Finally, 1 rep, working up 385x4
to as heavy as you possibly can. Make sure you are 395x4
always leaving 1 in the tank! (Don’t go until complete 405x4
failure!) You should be hitting approximately 7-9 405x4 (the progression should never exceed 30 lbs
working sets. from start to finish. If so, you need to start with a
Example set: more challenging weight)
135-3 Warm up
225-3 Warm up
275-3 Warm up
315-3 SET 1
335-3 SET 2
365-3 SET 3
375-2 SET 4
385-2 SET 5
405-1 SET 6
415-1 SET 7
425-1 SET 8
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3-2-1 EXPLOSIVE/ SPEED TRAINING:
3-2-1 Explosive/Speed Training is a method I created 3 years ago. Advancing past the traditional 9x3 Speed
Training sets, I came to the conclusion that RAW lifters needed more time under tension and reps to build the
explosive power needed on the bench press. There’s a fine line between speed and power. It’s no surprise that the
strongest lifters in the world move even the biggest lifts relatively fast.
3-2-1 Explosive Training
EXAMPLE:
The bar is loaded - 275lbs on the bar.
1. Unrack the bar. Perform 3 Pause Reps.
2. Rack the bar. Regather your air. (approx. 3 seconds)
3. Unrack the bar. Perform 2 Pause Reps.
4. Rack the bar. Regather your air. (approx. 3 seconds)
5. Unrack the bar. Perform 1 Pause Rep.
6. Rack = 1 set!
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Pyramid Set Explanations:
Giant Set Explanations: Pyramid Sets Example:
10,8,6,4,2
Giant Sets, much like Super sets, are when 3 exercises are
performed back to back with no rest between each exercise. Example set:
It is important to note that these exercises should not be 1 set of 10 – 315lbs
rushed! Take your time with each exercise and once it is 1 set of 8- 335lbs
complete, move on to the next. Ensure the mind to muscle 1 set of 6-365 lbs
connection is being implemented and expect an intense burn! 1 set of 4- 385lbs
1 set of 2- 405lbs
Each set is to be done at maximum effort,
making each set challenging. As the reps
DECREASE the weight on the movement
should INCREASE.
Feeder Days:
A method used to promote growth and
strength on the days between training the
specific muscle group. We will be doing 100
side raises every other day, as well as 100 front
raises on the days between. This is going to aid
in sculpting our shoulders in an abnormally,
freaky way! You will also be using Wednesday
as a feeder day for triceps. Our main tricep
days are Monday and Friday, while we will be
incorporating a few extra sets of triceps on
Wednesdays supersetted with biceps. Adding
in the extra tricep work will aid into our flat
bench press as the vast majority struggle at the
lockout of the press.
Everyday Movements:
100 Dumbbell Front Raises: Monday,
Wednesday, Friday
100 Dumbbell Side Raises: Tuesday, Thursday,
Saturday
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AMRAP = AS MANY REPS AS POSSIBLE
Core:
Over the next 8 weeks we will do 1 core movement every day. This core program will ensure that your entire core
is being activated, creating a stronger and more aesthetically pleasing core. Each movement should be done to
failure. 100 total reps - approximately 3-6 sets!
Mobility/Stretching
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VIDEO LIBRARY
WARM UPS 10
SPECIALTY BARS
BENCH TIPS 11
SETTING UP BANDS ON BENCH
REVERSE BANDS 12
BENCH PRESS 21’s
PULSE SQUATS 14
GOOD MORNINGS
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FLAT BENCH 21’s
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BAND SETUP FOR BENCH
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PUMP-FAKE FLAT BENCH DUMBBELL W/ BANDS
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INCLINE DUMBBELLS
INCLINE FLY’S 27
PUMP-FAKE INCLINE DUMBBELLS
WEIGHTED DIPS
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DIPS WITH BANDS
DIPS
CABLE FLY’S 29
BACK MOVEMENTS
PULL DOWNS
PULL UPS
CHIN UPS
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BACK FLY’S
BICEP MOVEMENTS
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DUMBBELL HAMMER CURLS
BARBELL 21’s
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REVERSE GRIP STRAIGHT BAR CURLS
ROPE CURLS
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TRICEP MOVEMENTS
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INCLINE PART WAYS
V-BAR PUSHDOWNS
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FLAT BENCH TRICEP PART WAYS
ROPE PUSHDOWNS
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OH PART WAYS
BANDED PUSHDOWNS
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INCLINE TRICEP ROPE EXTENSIONS
TRICEP KICKBACKS
SEATED DIPS 43
SHOULDER MOVEMENTS
SIDE RAISES
FRONT RAISES
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CABLE SIDE RAISES
Z PRESS
BOX SQUAT
FREE SQUAT
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BOX SQUAT WITH BANDS
PULSE SQUATS
FRONT SQUATS 52
SQUAT MORNINGS
SUMO DEADLIFT
LEG PRESS
LEG CURLS
WALKING LUNGES
SEATED CALVES
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CORE MOVEMENTS
TOES TO BAR
DECLINE CRUNCHES
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WEIGHTED CRUNCHES
PLANKS
ROPE CRUNCHES 63
ROPE PUNCHES
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Program - 8 Weeks:
Week 1:
WAVE 1: Building Work Capacity:
Monday: Back/Chest/Triceps:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
5x5
Flat Bench Dumbbell:
4x10
Incline Dumbbells Together:
3x15
Weighted Dips:
5x10
Tricep Incline Part Ways:
4x10
Pull Downs <Superset> V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x15 EACH
Conventional Deadlifts:
6x3 Reset Reps (Approx. 80% of 1RM)
Speed Box Squats W/Bands 65% of 1RM:
10x3
Bulgarian Split Squats:
4x15 Each leg
45 Degree Back Extensions <Superset> Leg Curls:
4x15 EACH
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Wednesday: Back/Biceps/Triceps:
Pulldowns:
5x10
1 Drop Set hitting 4 different weights. 10 reps at each weight
Chin Ups:
4x8
Seated Rows:
4x12
1 Drop Set hitting 4 different weights. 10 reps at each weight
Face Pulls:
3x15
Alternating Bicep Curls <Superset> V-Bar push downs:
4x10 EACH
Preacher Curls <Superset> Rope push downs:
4x8 <superset> 4x15
45lb Barbell Curl:
100 reps in the least amount of sets possible. Do not drop the bar!
Side Raises:
100 total in the least amount of sets possible.
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
9x3 (60% of 1RM) (Changing Grip Every 3rd Rep) (Normal,-
Close,Wide)
Static Pause Close Grip:
4x5
Flat Bench Dumbbells W/Dumbbells Together:
3x15
Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press:
4x10
Barbell Upright Rows:
4x12
1 Drop Set hitting 4 different weights. 10 reps at each weight.
Cable Side Raise Burnout:
5x12 Each arm- Nonstop- 12 reps with right arm, 12 reps with left,
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Friday: Upper Back/ Biceps/ Triceps:
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Week 2:
Monday: Upper Back/Chest/ Triceps:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
4x5
Flat Bench Dumbbell W/Band:
3x10
1 Drop Set hitting 3 different dumbbells. 10 reps each dumbbell.
Barbell 21’s - Flat Bench:
3 total sets
Dips:
100 total in the least amount of sets possible
V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x10
Face Pulls <Superset> Tricep Kick Backs:
4x12 EACH
Sumo 2’ Mats:
1x5 Reset each rep
1x3 Reset each rep
Front Squats:
4x3
Seated Good Mornings:
4x4
45 Degree Back Extensions <Superset> Leg curls:
4x15 EACH
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Wednesday: Upper Back/Biceps/Triceps:
Pull-Ups:
4x10
Double Under Hand Pulldowns:
4x10
1 Arm Seated Rows <Superset> Back Fly’s:
4x15 EACH
Barbell Curls:
4x10
1x21’s
1 Arm Preacher Curls <Superset> V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x12 EACH
Cable Curls <Superset> Banded Pushdowns:
3xAMRAP EACH
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Friday: Upper Back/Triceps/Shoulders:
Squat – W/ Wraps:
5x3
Rack Pulls W/ Bands:
3x3
Leg Extension <Superset> Banded Leg Curls:
4x15 EACH
15 Minute Walking Lunges
WEEK 3:
Monday: Upper Back/ Chest/Triceps:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
4x4
Flat Bench Dumbbell:
4x15
Pump-Fake Incline Dumbbell Press:
4x8
Weighted Dips:
4x8
Flat Bench Tricep Part Ways <Superset> Tricep Rope Pushdowns
<Superset>Pull Downs:
4x12 EACH
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Tuesday: Deadlift/Speed Squats/Lower Body:
Wednesday: Back/Biceps/Triceps:
Pulldowns:
5x10
Chest Supported Rows:
4x12
1 Drop Set hitting 3 different weights- 12 reps at each
Seated Rows <Superset> Back Fly’s:
4x15 EACH
Preacher Curls <Superset> V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x10 EACH
Incline Alternating Dumbbell Curls <Superset> Rope Pushdowns:
4x8 <Superset> 4x15
50 Hammer Curls (Nonstop):
20lbs Dumbbells
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Thursday: Upper Back/Speed Bench/Chest/Shoulders:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
9x3 (65% of 1RM W/ bands) (Alternating Grips)
Close Grip Bench Press:
3-2-1 Progression
Flat Bench 21’s:
2 sets total
Seated Dumbbell Press:
4x8
Upright Rows:
4x8
1 Drop Set hitting 3 different weight. 10 reps each weight.
Front Raises:
100 reps in the least amount of sets possible
Pull-Ups:
50 in the least amount of sets possible
Seated Rows <Superset> Back Fly’s:
4x12 <Superset> 4x15
Barbell Preacher Curls <Superset> Incline Tricep Part Ways:
4x10 EACH
Alternating Dumbbell Curls <Superset> Reverse Grip Straight Bar Curls:
4x10 EACH
Straight Bar Curls Burnout <Superset> Rope Tricep Pushdowns:
4x15 EACH
Front Raises:
100 in the least amount of sets possible
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Saturday: Squat/Speed Deadlift/Lower Body:
WEEK 4:
Pyramid Method - Heavy Load Introduction:
Seated Rows:
4x12
Flat Bench Press:
10,8,6,4
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press:
4x12
Pump-Fake Flat Bench Dumbbell:
4x8
Barbell Skull Crushers:
4x10
Seated Dips <Superset> Tricep Kick Backs:
4x15 EACH
Double Underhand Seated Rows:
4x10
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Tuesday: Deadlifts/ Lower Body:
Pull-Ups:
4x10
0 Degree Barbell Rows:
4x8
Seated Rows <Superset> Face Pulls:
4x10 <superset> 4x15
Alternating Dumbbell Curls<superset> V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x10 EACH
Barbell 21’s
2 sets
Machine Pulley Burn Outs <Superset> Rope Pushdowns:
3xAMRAP
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Thursday: Upper Back/Chest/Shoulders:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
3-2-1 Progression (Speed Training)
8 Total Working Sets at 65% of 1RM
Floor Press:
4x4
Incline Dumbbell Pump-Fake:
4x8
Standing Shoulder Rack Slides:
4x8
Shoulder Shrugs:
4x15
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Saturday: Squats/ Lower Body:
Squat W/Wraps:
4x3
Pulse Squats:
4x6
Trap Bar Off Mats:
3x5
Leg Extension <Superset> Leg Curls:
4x12 EACH
WEEK 5:
Monday: Upper Back/Chest/ Triceps:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
8,6,4,4
Incline Bench Dumbbells Together:
4x12
Barbell 21’s:
2 sets
EZ Bar Skull Crushers:
4x8
Tricep OH Part Ways:
3x15
Face Pulls <Superset> V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x15 EACH
Conventional Deadlift:
6x2 - Reset (Approx. 85% of 1RM)
Speed Box Squats:
70% of 1RM W/Bands
Trap Bar Deadlift:
4x5 Reset Each Rep
Leg Extension <Superset> Leg Curls:
4x15 EACH
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Wednesday: Upper Back/ Biceps/Triceps:
Thursday: Chest/ Shoulders:
Week 6:
Monday: Upper Back/ Chest/ Triceps:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
8,6,4,2
Incline Dumbbell:
4x10
Pump-Fake Flat Bench W/ Bands:
4x8
Barbell Skull Crushers:
4x8
Seated Dips:
4x10
Pulldowns Behind Head <Superset> Tricep Rope Pushdowns:
4x10 <Superset> 4xAMRAP
Sumo Deadlift:
1x3 “Touch & Go”
Squat Mornings:
4x4 with 4 Second Eccentric - (2 Second Pause)
Leg Press:
4x12
Stiff-Leg Dumbbell Deadlifts <Superset> Leg Curls:
4x8 <Superset> 4x15
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Wednesday: Upper Back/ Biceps/ Triceps:
Pull-Ups:
4x10
Chest Supported Rows <Superset> Pulldowns:
5x10 <Superset> 4x12
Face Pulls:
5x12
Barbell Curls:
4x10
1x21’s
1 Arm Preacher Curls <Superset> V-Bar Pushdowns:
4x12 EACH
Machine Pull Burnouts:
3xAMRAP
Thursday: Chest/Shoulders:
Pull-Ups:
50 Total
Double Underhand Rows <Superset> Back Fly’s:
4x12 <Superset> 4x15
Alternating Curls <Superset> EZ Bar Skull Crushers:
4x12 EACH
1 Arm Preacher Curls <Superset> Machine Pull Curls:
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Saturday: Squat/ Speed Deadlift/ Lower Body:
Squat W/ Wraps:
3-2-1 Progression
Pulse Squat:
4x6
Speed Conventional Deadlift W/ Bands: (70% of 1RM)
7x2
Leg Curls:
4x15
10 Minute Walking Lunges
WEEK 7:
Maximum Effort - Strength Skill:
Monday: Upper Back/ Chest/ Triceps:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
3-2-1 Progression
Neutral Grip Floor Press W/Bands:
4x8
Flat Bench Dumbbells W/Dumbbells Together:
3x15
Dips:
100 in the least amount of sets possible
EZ Bar Skull Crushers:
4x10
Face Pulls <Giant Set> Banded Tricep Pushdowns <Giant Set> Lat
Pulldowns:
4x15 <Giant Set> 4xAMRAP <Giant Set> 4x10
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Tuesday: Speed Deadlift/Speed Squat/ Lower Body:
Sumo Deadlifts:
5x2 W/Bands Reset after each rep
Conventional Deadlift:
5x2 W/Bands Reset after each rep
Speed Box Squat W/ Bands:
5x3 (75% of 1RM)
Romanian Deadlifts:
4x6
45 Degree Back Extension <Superset> Leg Curls:
2x20 <Superset> 2x20
2x10 <Superset> 2x10
Pull Downs:
5x10
Chest Supported Rows <Superset> Seated Rows:
5x10
Back Fly’s <Superset> Preacher Barbell Curls:
4x15 <Superset> 4x10
Alternating Dumbbell Curls <Superset> Rope Pushdowns:
4x12 EACH
Hammer Curls:
50 Total Each Arm! Don’t drop dumbbells until completed.
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Thursday: Speed Bench/ Chest/ Shoulders:
Seated Rows:
4x10
Flat Bench Press:
Working up to a 1RM
Neutral Grip Floor Press:
3x10
Cable Fly’s:
3x15
EZ Bar Skull Crushers:
3x15
V-Bar Pushdowns <Superset> Tricep Rope Pushdowns:
3x15 EACH
Deadlifts:
Max Out- Stronger Stance
Working up to a 1RM
Leg Curls:
4x10
Leg Extensions:
3x15
Pulldowns:
3x10
Seated Rows:
3x10
Face Pulls:
3x15
Alternating Dumbbell Curls <Superset> Rope Pushdowns:
3x15 Each arm <superset> 3x15
1 Arm Preacher Curls:
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Thursday: Speed Bench/Chest/Shoulders:
Lat Pulldowns:
3x12
Seated Rows:
3x10
Face Pulls:
3x15
Alternating Dumbbell Curls:
3x15
Preacher Curls:
3x10
Squat:
Working up to a 1RM. SET A PR!
Leg Extension <Superset> Leg Curls:
3x15 EACH
10 Minutes Walking Lunges
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Recommended Meals:
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Total Calories and Macros
Calories: 4300
Protein: 250g
Carbs: 525g
Fat: 110g
Meal 1: Breakfast
½ Cup Dry Measured Oatmeal
4 Eggs
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Meal 5: Post Workout
5 Oz Chicken
4 Oz White Rice
1 Banana
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Nutrition Programming/Grocery List
Protein:
Chicken Breast:
Serving Size: 4 oz
Protein: 22g
Carbs: 0g
Fats: 3g
Calories: 110
Turkey Breast:
Serving Size: 3 oz
Protein: 17g
Carbs:0g
Fats: 3g
Calories: 100
Ground Turkey:
Serving Size: 4 oz
Protein: 22g
Carbs: 0g
Fats: 8.5g
Calories: 166
Tilapia:
Serving Size: 4 oz
Protein: 20g
Carbs: 0g
Fats: 2.5g
Calories: 100
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Salmon:
Serving Size: 4 oz
Protein: 21g
Carbs: 2g
Fats: 1g
Calories: 100
Tuna:
Serving Size: 74g
Protein: 17g
Carbs: 0g
Fat: 0g
Calories: 70
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Sweet Potato:
Serving Size: 4 oz
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 21g
Fats: 0g
Calories: 90
Whole Wheat Pasta:
Serving Size: 1 cup cooked
Protein: 7g
Carbs: 41g
Fats: 1g
Calories: 210
Cream of Wheat:
Serving Size: 6 oz
Protein: 3g
Carbs: 22g
Fats: .5g
Calories: 105
Low Sugar Granola:
Serving Size: 40g
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 18g
Fats: 11g
Calories: 200
Quinoa:
Serving Size: 100g
Protein: 13g
Carbs: 69g
Fats: 6g
Calories: 374
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Oatmeal:
Serving Size: 4 oz
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 13g
Fats: 1g
Calories: 72
Yams:
Serving Size: 1 yam
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 37g
Fats: 2g
Calories: 158
Red Potato:
Serving Size: 100g
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 16g
Fats: 0g
Calories: 71
Beans:
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Protein: 7g
Carbs: 22.5g
Fats: 2g
Calories: 70
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Protein
Eggs
Chicken
Lean Ground Beef (95% or leaner)
Steak (95% or leaner)
Turkey
Deli Ham
Deli Roast Beef
Ground Turkey (95% or leaner)
Salmon
Tuna
Carbohydrates
White Rice
Brown Rice
Sweet Potatoes
Oatmeal
Whole Wheat Bread/Bagels
Ezekiel Bread
Whole Wheat Pasta
Fats
Avocado
Black Beans
Almonds
Cashews
Pecans
Olive Oil
Walnuts
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Fruits
Apples
Strawberries
Pears
Oranges
Kiwi
Peaches
Bananas
Watermelon
Vegetables
Asparagus
Peas
Mixed Veggies
Broccoli
Cabbage
Cauliflower
Celery
Collard Greens
Cucumber
Kale
Lettuce
Mushrooms
Salads
Spinach
Green Beans
Corn
Recommended Condiments:
Mrs. Dash
Garlic Powder
Mustard
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Huge thank you to my amazing team! Each man in this
picture plays a valuable role in all of my endeavors. I
would not be where I’m at today if it weren’t for each of
these guys, I call brothers!
Thank you to Dylan Thacker, Adam Harder, Zach
Kotecki, Charlie Garwood and Alex Skinner!
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A special thank you to my amazing girlfriend, Ashley,
for always supporting and encouraging me through all
my endeavors. I love you <3!
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