At ~0.5 lbs/wk: ~6 lbs lost in Cycle 1 → ~191 lbs / ~46% BF.
The 35% BF goal (~157 lbs) requires 37–51 lbs of fat loss = 3 full cycles (36 weeks).
Cycle 1 builds the foundation — habits, Tirzepatide tolerance, fat-burning capacity.
| Macro | Grams | Calories | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 87g | 348 | 14% |
| Fat | 85g | 765 | 30% |
| Carbs | 361g | 1,444 | 56% |
| Total | — | 2,557 cal ✓ | 100% |
| Macro | Grams | Calories | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 87g | 348 | 25% |
| Fat | 46g | 414 | 30% |
| Carbs | 154g | 616 | 45% |
| Total | — | 1,378 cal ✓ | 100% |
Training days: 2,561 × 3 = 7,683 cal | Fasting/OMAD days: 1,379 × 4 = 5,516 cal
Weekly total consumed: 13,199 cal | Weekly TDEE: 14,903 cal (2,129 × 7)
Weekly deficit: ~1,704 cal → ~0.5 lbs fat loss/week → ~6 lbs over 12 weeks (Cycle 1)
| Food | Amount | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old-Fashioned Oats | 1 cup dry | 10g | 54g | 6g |
| Banana | 1 large | 1g | 31g | 0g |
| Mixed Berries | 1 cup | 1g | 17g | 0g |
| Almond Butter (natural) | 1.5 tbsp | 3g | 5g | 14g |
| Ground Turkey 93% | 2 oz cooked | 14g | 0g | 3g |
| Apple | 1 medium | 0g | 25g | 0g |
| Food | Amount | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Rice | 2.5 cups cooked | 10g | 110g | 0g |
| Chicken Breast | 3.5 oz cooked | 30g | 0g | 3g |
| Black Beans | 3/4 cup cooked | 11g | 30g | 1g |
| Broccoli | 2 cups steamed | 6g | 12g | 0g |
| Olive Oil | 2 tbsp | 0g | 0g | 28g |
| Food | Amount | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilapia | 3 oz cooked | 22g | 0g | 2g |
| Sweet Potato | 6 oz baked | 4g | 37g | 0g |
| Brown Rice | 1/2 cup cooked | 3g | 22g | 1g |
| Mixed Greens | 2 cups | 3g | 4g | 0g |
| Avocado | 1/3 medium | 1g | 6g | 8g |
| Olive Oil + Lemon | 1 tbsp oil | 0g | 0g | 14g |
Meal 1: 820 | Meal 2: 1,116 | Meal 3: 625 = ~2,561 cal ✓
Protein: 29+57+33 = 119g (above 87g minimum — muscle protection secured)
Carbs: 132+152+69 = 353g | Fat: 23+32+25 = 80g
NOTE: Training days sit at or slightly above TDEE (2,129 cal). ALL deficit comes from the 4 fasting days. This is intentional — refuel hard on training days, burn fat on fasting days.
Fasting days are your fat-burning days. The combination of Tirzepatide's GIP/GLP-1 action and a 20–24 hour fasted window creates maximum lipolysis — your body is running on stored body fat for nearly the entire day. Do not eat until 5pm at the earliest. Push to 6pm or 7pm when possible.
| Time | Action | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30–7:00 AM | Wake + 20 oz water + zero-calorie electrolytes | Rehydrate overnight. Electrolytes reduce hunger signals during the fast. |
| 7:00 AM (TUESDAY ONLY) | 💉 Tirzepatide injection — fasted state | Injected fasted for maximum GIP+GLP-1 receptor engagement. Rotate injection sites weekly. |
| 7:15–7:30 AM | LISS Cardio — 30–60 min fasted at 65–80% MHR (~125–140 bpm) | Fasted cardio forces body to use fat stores for fuel. Brisk walk, elliptical, or bike. |
| 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Continue fasting. Water + black coffee + sugar-free gum ONLY. | Hours 16–20 = serious fat oxidation begins. Stay busy. DO NOT eat anything caloric. |
| OPTIONAL 5:00–7:00 PM | 2nd LISS Cardio session — 30 min (Hack #1) | 2nd fasted session dramatically accelerates fat loss. Do before eating OMAD. Bed by 9pm. |
| 5:00–7:00 PM | BREAK THE FAST — OMAD Meal (1,379 cal) | Start with protein and fat — NOT with sugar or high-carb foods. Keep insulin rise gradual. |
| 7:00 PM | Eating window CLOSES. Water and herbal tea only. | Fast begins again for the next fasting window. |
| 9:00–10:00 PM | Sleep — 7–9 hours minimum | Deep sleep = peak fat mobilization continues overnight. Sleep IS the protocol. |
| Food | Amount | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon (Atlantic) | 5 oz cooked | 31g | 0g | 18g |
| White Rice | 1.5 cups cooked | 6g | 66g | 0g |
| Black Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 8g | 20g | 1g |
| Sweet Potato | 5 oz baked | 3g | 31g | 0g |
| Broccoli | 2 cups steamed | 6g | 12g | 0g |
| Greek Yogurt 0% | 3/4 cup | 17g | 8g | 0g |
| Avocado | 1/4 medium | 1g | 4g | 6g |
| Olive Oil | 2 tbsp | 0g | 0g | 28g |
| Mixed Berries | 1/2 cup | 1g | 11g | 0g |
| Protein Source | Serving | Protein | Cal | Fat | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast | 4 oz cooked | 35g | 165 | 4g | Meal 2 Performance. Meal prep in bulk on Sunday. |
| Salmon (Atlantic) | 4 oz cooked | 28g | 233 | 13g | OMAD first choice — omega-3s + protein in one food. |
| Ground Turkey 93% | 3 oz cooked | 21g | 130 | 5g | Meal 1 protein anchor. Easy to cook in bulk. |
| Tilapia | 4 oz cooked | 29g | 145 | 3g | Meal 3 Close the Window. Leanest white fish. |
| Egg Whites | 3/4 cup (6 whites) | 18g | 78 | 0g | Training day Meal 1. Pure protein, near-zero fat. |
| Greek Yogurt 0% | 1 cup (227g) | 22g | 130 | 0g | OMAD add-on or Meal 1. Probiotic-rich — great on Tirzepatide. |
| Shrimp | 4 oz cooked | 24g | 112 | 1g | Extremely low-calorie, high-protein. Great stir-fry. |
| Canned Tuna (water) | 1 can (5 oz) | 33g | 150 | 1.5g | Emergency meal prep staple. High protein, portable. |
| Carb Source | Serving | Carbs | Fiber | Cal | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Rice | 1 cup cooked | 45g | 0.5g | 206 | Meal 2 Performance. Fast-digesting fuel for training. |
| Old-Fashioned Oats | 1/2 cup dry | 27g | 4g | 150 | Meal 1 Fuel Up. Sustained energy. Easy to prep. |
| Sweet Potato | 6 oz baked | 37g | 5g | 162 | Meal 3 Close + OMAD. Rich in potassium and Vitamin A. |
| Black Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 20g | 8g | 114 | Meal 2 + OMAD. Protein + fiber combo. Gut health. |
| Brown Rice | 1/2 cup cooked | 22g | 2g | 108 | Meal 3 Close the Window. Slower digesting than white. |
| Banana | 1 large | 31g | 3g | 121 | Meal 1. Pre-workout potassium boost. Easy to grab. |
| Mixed Berries | 1 cup | 17g | 4g | 70 | Meal 1 + OMAD dessert. Antioxidant-rich. Low GI. |
| Broccoli | 2 cups steamed | 12g | 5g | 60 | Every meal. Fiber + micronutrients + volume for fullness. |
| Fat Source | Serving | Fat | Cal | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Oil (extra-virgin) | 1 tbsp | 14g | 119 | Cooking all meals. Anti-inflammatory. Heart health. |
| Avocado | 1/3 medium | 8g | 80 | Meal 3 + OMAD. Monounsaturated fat + potassium. |
| Salmon (Atlantic) | 4 oz cooked | 13g | 233 | OMAD primary protein. Omega-3s for inflammation. |
| Almond Butter (natural) | 1.5 tbsp | 14g | 143 | Meal 1 Fuel Up. No-added-sugar only. Check the label. |
| Whole Eggs | 2 large | 10g | 143 | Training day Meal 1. Choline for brain, fat for hormones. |
| Mixed Nuts (unsalted) | 1 oz (23 almonds) | 14g | 164 | Emergency snack on training days only. Pre-portioned. |
Hit 87g minimum daily. Muscle is protected by protein, not by hope. Miss protein, lose muscle while losing fat — that's the worst outcome possible.
Training days are your refuel and rebuild days. Skipping removes the stimulus that tells your body to keep muscle. Show up even for 30 minutes.
No eating before 5pm on fasting days. Period. Not a snack. Not a bite. The 20+ hour window is where the real fat loss happens.
Inject on Tuesday morning in a fasted state. NEVER on training days. The fasted injection maximizes GIP+GLP-1 receptor engagement and fat oxidation.
30–60 minutes at 65–80% MHR (~125–140 bpm) every fasting day. Fasted cardio when Tirzepatide is active = maximum fat burn. Walk, elliptical, bike — your choice.
Hydration is not optional on this protocol. Tirzepatide can cause nausea when dehydrated. Water suppresses appetite and supports every metabolic process.
Even 5 calories breaks the fasted state. Read labels. Be strict. Water, black coffee, sugar-free gum, zero-cal electrolytes ONLY during the fast.
Breaking a fast with carbs spikes insulin too fast. Start with salmon or Greek yogurt, then add carbs after. This keeps the insulin rise gradual and controlled.