HiPaCC :: The Dietary Revolution

Thanks James.

Just one more question if I may.

I do not need to lose loads of weight: I'm 1.71m and roughly just over 9 stone..would like to lose about 5 pounds (stubborn ab fat!!)

Do you think this diet is suitable for me?

I should have asked this question before I purchased the book but still it made for interesting reading & seems a healthy, balanced way of eating in the long term with lots of variation & ensuring you got all your nutrients in.

Oh, and can I substitute the olive oil spread (as I have oatcakes instead of the bread) for a few (5ish) unsalted nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)?

Thanks

Yes, HiPaCC is suitable for that goal - you could lose that in just a few weeks TBH.

Yes, that substitution would be ok, but not too many.

Thanks James.

I started the plan today..will let you know how I get on.

Sorry I know I'm being a pain.

Was just perusing the exercise section:

The following is my weekly schedule. Would I need to modify the diet in any way?  The weights is roughly 45min routine.  Normally have a protein shake after weights etc.

I work Mon to Fri, have a sedentary job & don't commute (10 min drive) to work.

Monday: Back & Biceps + 30min Cardio  Tuesday : Hamstrings and Glutes – No Cardio
Wednesday: Chest & Triceps + 30min Interval Cardio
Thursday:  Quads and Calves  - No Cardio
Friday: Shoulders + 30min Cardio
Saturday: Rest  Sunday Day: Rest


Thanks

What time of day are you training?

James,

4.30 each day Mon to Fri

Cheers.  No, it should all tie in fine.  Which level of the HiPaCC diet are you following?

Level 2...is this right for me?

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Level 2...is this right for me?

Could be, but of course, it depends on your job, lifestyle, age, etc - as well as your sex.

I was wondering if this diet book still exists and if so would it be suitable for me?
I am male, currently 40 and 6ft 2ins tall and weigh 19st 12lbs, very overweight about 28% fat (I was 21stone 12 weeks ago) but that’s because I eat pretty badly, most of my fat is on my tummy and back/chest, legs are very muscular with hardly any visible fat on them, 17 inch biceps but a little fat on the triceps and the beginnings of a double chin. 
My job is very sedentary I sit at a desk most of the day with very little exercise. I used to play social rugby but knee injuries have stopped me playing so I am used to training hard and really enjoy going to the gym. 
However for the past 8 weeks I have been doing steady state cardio every morning before breakfast about 6am for 45 mins, usually cross trainer or treadmill. Then 3 nights a week I train weights for about 45 mins full body routine just in the process of looking at a HST routine as I have just finished 8 weeks of a 4 days spilt. I have been training like this for 12 weeks and just had 2 weeks off and did nothing. Back to the gym tonight to start the HST routine for 8 weeks and see how that goes.
I am truly desperate to lose the weight and really want to get down to 17 stone in the next year but I really struggle with food choices and knowing what to eat and when to eat it, weekends are the worst as I tend to pig out on takeaways because I can’t be bothered cooking. I never know what to make for lunches to take with me everything you read says different things, eat this don't eat this high carb, low carb, high protein blah blah, it's driving me mad. Problem is you get confused and think oh what the hell just eat something.
Is this a good route to follow or should I go down the route of speaking to James or Drew about a more tailored routine? I went to see a nutritionist recently and he advised me to follow the Holford GL Diet which seemed a bit odd that a certified nutritionist would recommend someone else’s diet, I thought he would have given me something more tailored, anyway I bought the book but don't like the look of the diet the portions seem really small and very little protein.
Anyway hope you can help,

Thanks for the email response James, I will need to do some begging from the wife I think :) I will have a think and let you know. I've just spent £150 on a nutritionist to tell me to go buy a book so a little jaded at the moment.

Hi Martin.  No problem.  I understand your frustration, but rest assured with us the advice is fully tailored.

Well..have lost 4 pounds in 2 weeks on level 2 of this plan!

This is amazing as I didn't have much to lose in the first place.

Very impressed!

That's great results.  Feel good?

Yes I do..have much more energy too funny enough as I know some people have complained of tiredness over week-ends.

I have been throwing in a protein shake after training days as trying to build muscle..not sure if this was allowed on the plan..but I've lost the weight in any event.

The good thing is that there is never any hunger like most 'diets'.

I've got a few more pounds to lose then I've reached my goal

Very happy!

I have started hipacc and have a few queries.
 
I am 6.0ft, 224 lbs, est. 28%bf. Am i right to start on level two?
 
I have used an online calorie counter and it seems to average me at 1500 a day with level two, would this seem right?
Is that too low for sustainable weight loss?
 
Does all the fruit and juices not jepordise what you try to achieve with the low carb days?
I was thinking of removing them to lower carb intake, would that be a mistake?
 
I drink a lot (prob too much) of strong coffee. Does this hinder or help with weightloss? There seems to be conflicting views on this?

Hi Eric

Thanks for your post.

Level 2 sounds about right, depending on your activity.

It's not total calories which matter: it's how they're distributed, plus the days vary.

There's not a lot of fruit juice and the low carb days are still low carb: just not zero carbs.  Remember the carbs in fruit juice are mainly fructose.

Coffee will not hinder weight loss, but i do suggest you limit to 3 mugs per day for health reasons.

Let me know if you have any other queries.

Hi James,

Have bought the ebook but i'm yet to start the program just got a few questions for you mate. I'm 22, work mon-fri roughly 9-7 in an office depending on overtime and am getting more and more active, thanks to being about 10 weeks away from full recovery after ACL reconstruction, so am going to start on level 2 think this is correct?
My aim is primarily to lose weight, i'd say about 1-1.5 stone and to tone up, with a view to building more muscle mass in the future once the fat has gone!
I will be doing cardio at least 4 mornings/week on an empty stomach, either swimming or cycling/x trainer (still can't do too much running yet!) with a whey protein shake straight after ( is there any particular brand you recommend? am pretty new to all this)
 
Then weight training mid-late evening 3/4 nights a week. will it be ok to have protein shake after this or just stick to glucose drink as in the program?
 
I'm not a fan of green tea so have been taking extract capsules, trust this is ok?
 
Other than that no probs, no doubt i'll have a few other questions once i get going with it but am really liking the sound of this and looking forward to seeing some results!
 

Hi Mr P - welcome to MT

It sounds like L2 is the correct level for you.

Whey - there are loads of good brands, but due to my impartiality, I can't suggest any.  Maybe ask the members in the Bodybuilding Supplements forum.

If you're mainly looking to lose fat, then leave the post weight protein, if you are still wanting to maintain the muscle, then have 20-30g whey at this time.

Yes, the green tea capsules are fine.

Let me know if you have any other queries and please do feedback to us all here, how you're getting on with the plan!

where can i find this book? looking to lose about 1-1.5 stone of fat dont want to lose any strength, or muscle mass.