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RP Holiday Eating Guide For Any Goal

  • The article discusses various dietary strategies used by fitness enthusiasts during the holidays, focusing on different goals such as massing, maintaining, and fat loss.
  • Dr. Mike Israetel plans to continue his strict diet through Thanksgiving for a bodybuilding competition but will indulge in holiday eating after his competition ends on December 12th.
  • Nick Shaw, after ending a diet phase, plans to maintain his weight using an 80/20 eating rule through the holidays, ensuring he enjoys seasonal foods while keeping most meals healthy.
  • Dr. Melissa Davis aims to maintain her weight through the holidays after a period of indulgence last year, planning moderate indulgence to prevent rebound weight gain.
  • Charly Joung is in strict preparation for a national-level bodybuilding competition, committing to 100% adherence to his diet plan until after his competition just before Christmas.
  • Brittany Joung, while still on a slow and steady fat loss diet during Thanksgiving, plans to enjoy her favorite holiday foods, accepting minor setbacks for overall progress.
  • Jared Feather, focusing on massing, plans to fit holiday meals into his macro goals without stressing over occasional indulgences, highlighting the importance of enjoying family time without overindulgence.
  • General advice includes enjoying holiday meals in moderation, making healthy adjustments, training hard, and not feeling guilty about your dietary choices during festive times.
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