Great Success with the Warrior Diet

[Peter Sbirakos]

Hello Everyone,

For me, the Warrior Diet has been the single best approach to nutrition that I have ever done. Not only have I gotten leaner and stronger, but my physical energy and mental alertness are at an all time high. At 37yrs of age, I weigh less and am fitter than at 27. So along with exercise, its been fantastic.

I will eat a handfull of almonds and pistachios throughout the day and occasionally have some yogurt in the morning. Three or four times a week, I will juice a large quantity of carrot and apple juice with wheat grass juice in it. I'll also put in powdered gingo biloba and ginseng. Its a great mixture and gives me a big boost in the day. In the evening I will eat any cooked meal that comes to mind along with a good quality multi vitamin and mineral formula and digestive enzymes. In a "nuthshell" the whole approach has been excellent.

Thanks
Peter

[Lee Hadden]

Hi Peter,

Glad to hear you've had great success with the Warrior Diet.

I've also found tremendous benefits, in overall health, performance enhancement, and body composition. I've been amazed by the total transformation I've gone through in the past 5 months with the combination of CST & the Warrior Diet.

I am presently under the guidence of my CST colleague, and Warrior Diet Chief Nutritional Consultant, Chuck Sproule. I'm about to start on a special 3 week "Anabolic" Phase under his watchful eye.

Be sure to let Contact Chuck and let him know of your progress. I'd totally recommend a consultation with this man to take you to the next level.

He can be contacted via this forum, or direct at:chuck@warriordiet.com

Coach Hadden
CST Head Coach

[Peter Sbirakos]

G'day Coach Hadden,

Thanks very much for mentioning Chuck Sproule to me, greatly appreciate it.

Ive always trained very hard, even getting close to the point of vomiting. I spent a bit of time training with the Australian team at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra. The training there was very tough in terms of skill aquisition, quick thinking in the sport sense and very competitive as you would imagine any elite training centre would be. What always amazed me is how tired the athletes would be not only after training, but after eating their meals whether it was breakfast, lunch or dinner. You would think that these elite athletes should and would have energy reserves that would be the envy of any weekend sport warrior, but that just was not the case. Many were frequently sick with colds or suffered various injuries or were depressed. A lot had to be 'case managed' by sports psychologists so that they could overcome these problems. But credit must be given because despite these difficulties, many went on to win (and continue to win) gold medals at international events.

After discovering the Warrior Diet, my training has gone up several notches in intensity, even more so than when I was at the AIS. I continue to make huge inroads in personal milestones and discoveries within myself with respect to how far I can push myself in terms of the physical, mental and emotional stress that comes with training. My friends who train with me, have yet to take the plunge into Clubbells, Kettlebells and the Warrior Diet. This is a great shame because people who train together should push each other to excell. This raises the bar in standards and allows you to reach ever greater heights of success.

In Australia and especially in Canberra (pop. of 330,000), the kettlebell and clubbell is almost unheard of, "the Warrior Diet? What's that?". Virtually all of the training being done here among the general populace is isolation type work and diet and nutrition is based upon the concept of 6 small meals a day. To pick a general figure, only 2 or 3 out of 10 people will report success in a 10 week plan of general weight and cardio training. Training may be done on a 3 or 4 per week workouts. Its no wonder then most people drop out or continue training only haphazardly. Its quite sad....

The point I'm trying to make is that what you put into your body will directly reflect your outlook in life and all that that entails. Nothing has given a more graphic demonstration to me than the Warrior Diet. I only wish I had known about it in my youth, but then hindsight sux as they say.

Anyway, all the best of success in your training and teaching and goodluck with this special phase your going through.

Peter

[Chuck Sproule]

Hi Peter (and of course my main man Coach Lee Hadden!), it is great to hear about the progress you both are having! I look forward to hearing more and assisting you both in any way I can. Very soon I will be launching my new web site that discusses the synergistic principles of the Warrior Diet and CST. It is aptly named www.warriordiet-cst.com and should be up shortly.

If there is anything that I can help you with, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Cheers guys!

Coach Chuck Sproule
Warrior Diet Head Coach

[YankeeJoe]

I have been on the Warrior's Diet for almost a year. I am still refining it and stray often. :oops:

Not only have I leaned up (which I expected), but the mental clarity that I have gained is pretty moderate. I never realized how lethargic eating 3-4x a day made me. The mental clarity alone keeps me motivated on this lifestyle.

The more stricter I get, the better the benefits. I have cut sugar out of my coffee and have learned to enjoy it and that is my breakfast on a typical morning. I eat my main meal either at lunchtime or at dinnertime, a "raw" salad maybe at midday. I also chomp on some nuts now and then.

On occasion I supplement my protein, by stealing a piece of meat of off someone's plate! :twisted:

Sometimes I binge and have a second meal. That's the part I am working on!

All the best,
Joe Silvia

[Shaf]

I've had good success in reducing bodyfat using the Warrior Diet in the past. However, since I am a competitve powerlifter I am concerned about the way my lifts take a nosedive when I follow it.

I would be interested to see if there is a solution for this that I haven't thought of.

Regards

Shaf

[YankeeJoe]

Shaf:

I have been a lifter since high school (1985-1988) and this past year dropped it for Dinosaur training, particularly the BWE, Kettlebells, Sandbag, Tornado Ball, Clubbells, etc.

My strength gains have gone through the roof. The other day I swept the dust off of the weight cage and played with them. I wanted to see what I was capable of.

I knew I would be stronger but was shocked to see how much stronger! I don't want to toot my own horn by giving specific numbers, but suffice it to say that I could squat, bench, military press and curl a LOT more. I was repping out with all my 1rms!

I suggest you follow Ori's guidelines for those that are more athletic...supplement your Warrior's Diet w/ some extra protein...preferably "clean".

All the best,
Joe

[Chuck Sproule]

Hey guys,

It is important to add 2-3 small protein meals during the day with the type of activity that you do. Try to keep your protein meals to 20 grams or under for maximum utilization.

The real key is to eat enough calories in your main meal, which can last up to 4 hours, and you should increase your lifts instead of having them crash.

Soon Ori and I will be releasing an "anabolic program" that will specifically address the needs of bodybuilders and powerlifters.

Chuck Sproule CST
Warrior Diet Head Coach

[Shaf]

I did the Dinosaur Training thing way back when, and it really didn't work out. Plus, Kubik and I had a *ahem* bit of a falling out. It's an inspirational book, but I've gone beyond it. I still use strongman implements in my training, include sandbags, thickbars, tires, etc...

I am more of a Westside guy. I like the science behind the program, and I've learned enough so I can manipulate the variables and make gains while working on my weaknesses. I am also a big fan of Crossfit, and will do the WODs when I am in the mood to get into better condition and improve my GPP.

However, I do carry too much bodyfat at this time, and have been looking for the best way to reduce it while maintaining my powerlifts. It's a long way to the next lower weightclass.

[humilispuer]

Shaf,

If the WD messes with your lifts, why not try something else like the Paleo Diet? It's what I use. I eat about 5 times a day - meat, eggs, veggies, some fruit, some nuts. I'm maintaining about 8-9% bodyfat relatively easily without counting carbs, calories, fat, etc.

-Jonathon

[Chuck Sproule]

I hope to submit an article soon on the differences between "eating for survival" and "eating for performance". I hope this might help those who are seeking a very healthful lifestyle AND optimal performance simultaneously and in harmony with each other.

[humilispuer]

Coach,

I'd love to read it. On another note, I'd love to give the WD a shot again. I just don't even know how I'd go about it. I've gained a good amount of muscle since I dropped the WD and wouldnt want to sacrifice any of it. Also, and more improtantly, I've recently started training BJJ four nights a week at 2 hours a session. The session goes from 7 to 9 p.m. How would I be able to work in an overeating meal post training without messing up sleep?

-Jonathon

[Chuck Sproule]

Jonathon, First of all good job on putting on the muscle! The WD is about principles rather than a "do this, do that" protocol. Having said that, there is an anabolic application that does differ from the basic priciples of the WD. I would be happy to tell you more about in. I hope to also write an article on that as well.

Being a certified Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu instructor, I can relate to your dilemna. On your nights of training, I would eat a smaller "pre-workout" meal that was easier to digest and then a really good one after at about 9:30-10:00 p.m. This should allow you to crash within an hour or so. Your body will adapt to this after only a few times.

[YankeeJoe]

"I'd love to give the WD a shot again. I just don't even know how I'd go about it. I've gained a good amount of muscle since I dropped the WD and wouldnt want to sacrifice any of it."

Jonathon:

I am not an expert on the diet as is obvious that Coach Sproule is, however I would like to share my experience with you on muscle and the diet.

I mentioned earlier some specifics on my experience. I weighed exactly 195 (I have a federally certified scale at work that is on my way into my office) BEFORE I started the diet. Within a few months I was down to 187 and was making strength gains. That's a 8# loss WITH strength gains.

I have since gained more weight (all muscle...no fat) and am back up to 192. I have not stopped the diet, and have actually gotten a bit stricter with it.

"Also, and more improtantly, I've recently started training BJJ four nights a week at 2 hours a session. The session goes from 7 to 9 p.m. How would I be able to work in an overeating meal post training without messing up sleep? "

On days when I have heavy training at night or if it is simply more appropriate I have my main meal midday instead of in the evening. So I see no reason why you couldn't eat around 12:00-2:00 and be digested enough to train @7:00. If you are hungry after your work out and/or like to have carbs after a workout, why not have your lightsupplementary meal (including protein) when you come home?

Just a few thoughts & suggestions.

All the best,
Joe Silvia

[Chuck Sproule]

Joe, I LOVE the input! You have very succinctly identified one of the KEY principles of the WD--instinct!

Your points are well taken and your instinct can't be wrong. I know that the main protocol for the WD is to eat your one main meal preferably in the evening, however, the main principle is eating instinctually and incorporate undereating/overeating.

How's the Jiu Jitsu training going? Who's your instructor and how long have you been training?

[YankeeJoe]

Coach Sproule:

Thank you for your humble words. I do make a concerted effort to make my primary meal in the evening, but some days it is difficult. The nature of my job (International Seafood Industry) sometimes brings me to local Thai joints and the Olive garden. It's near impossible to have these business lunches in these places and watch people eat!

"How's the Jiu Jitsu training going? Who's your instructor and how long have you been training?"

I have almost 18 years experience off and on in combat sports. I'm sorry, my post is misleading, I do not do JJ, at least not in a formal fashion beyond a seminar from Rickson Gracie over 10 years ago (I didn't know who he was or what he did!). My grappling experience comes from Folk in high school, Catch from Guy Chase, and some Shoot and Pancrase from Tim Gillette, Guy, & Erik Paulson.

Primarily the most consistent instructor I have had through the years are a small group of guys, a dingy cellar or garage and some gear. For the past few years I have utilized Scott's material to get me through the plateaus and sticking points. It's a constant reference.

However, to keep this on topic to this folder, do you think when I do have the evening meals that I will have enough fuel reserves to work out at 5:15 the nest day? Or by this time will it be cutting into fat/protein because the carbs have been depleted?

Thanks in advance,
Joe Silvia

[humilispuer]

Coach,

I recently dislocated my kneecap and am out of the game (jiu jitsu and crossfit) for a while. I definitely don't want to start gaining bodyfat during my layoff. I figure now would be a perfect time to get back on the WD. Any advice on implementing the WD during this rather sedentary period (I.E., ways not to gain weight). Any input would be greatly appreciated as always. Thanks in advance.

-Jonat hon

[Chuck Sproule]

I hope I was able to help Jonathon , in your private message.

I will post our discusion for everyone to read tomorrow. This will help those who have similar questions. Jonathon has a great insight for this and will be a great example for everyone!

[humilispuer]

Coach,

Sounds great. Hopefully all my pestering will prove useful for others :)

-Jonathon

[Chuck Sproule]

Jonathon, it's not pestering...it's passion to learn and I admire that. Don't ever change that quality about yourself!

We'll talk soon.

Chuck