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by Tony Gjokaj June 13, 2021 4 min read
What is the best Intermittent Fasting protocol for you?
Have you ever tried creating your own?
In this post, we are going to explore Time-Restricted Feeding Protocols, and how you can make a protocol that's flexible for you!
Time Restricted feeding is any fasting method that restricts a time where you eat throughout the day.
This means that every Intermittent Fasting method is a Time-Restricted Feeding one: from Lean Gains, the Warrior Diet, or OMAD (One Meal A Day).
While we have covered various other methods, Time-Restricted Feeding also encompasses unique methods of Intermittent Fasting that may have not been considered.
As Intermittent Fasting continues to rise in popularity, so has the focus of research around Intermittent Fasting.
One human trial showed that individuals who placed themselves on an 8 hour time-restricted eating regiment were able to lose weight. In fact, these bodyweight changes were consistent one year after the trial as well.
The best part of this study was that it didn't matter whether they fasted in the morning or started their fast in the early evening. It still worked for the people who participated in this trial.
These methods have been applied in feeding periods from 7am-1pm as well. This led to lowering the desire to eat in the evening, less insulin resistance, and a plethora of other benefits.
An additional study that compared both early & late time restricted feeding showed very similar benefits.
We can reinforce these findings with the number of trials that show that an 8 hour Time-Restricted Feeding window produced a mild calorie restriction without calorie tracking, which led to weight loss.
This means that you can implement time restricted feeding in the morning and evening, based on your own personal preferences.
For example, If you deal with anxiety and lack of desire to eat, I would recommend utilizing an earlier time restricted feeding phase like 7am-1pm to really optimize your nutrition and build better habits.
For others who LOVE eating big in the evening and enjoy social gatherings with food, I would recommend late time restricted feeding (like Lean Gains or your own specified eating pattern).
Ultimately, Time-Restricted Feeding protocols allow us to build a better lifestyle around our diets, without stressing so much about the number of meal. All that matters is adherence or self-control.
Now that we understand the basics and the simplicity around Time-Restricted Feeding, I believe it's important to dive into other things to consider before making our own protocol.
If you train in the evening, I would recommend following a late time-restricted feeding protocol, as it is imperative to get proper nutrition in post-workout.
If you train in the morning, I would recommend you do one of the following:
People with Overnight jobs may benefit from either early or late Time-Restricted Feeding protocols.
If you work until 6-7am, maybe a Super Late Feeding Protocol may work for you. My brother works 12 hour overnight shifts at hospitals and typically does not eat for 16 hours (this includes sleeping). When he gets his "lunch break" at his job, that's when he breaks his fast. When he gets off at 6am and gets home, he enjoys a HUGE feast before bed because it helps him sleep soundly.
If you work until 1pm (4-5am shift), block out an 8-10 hour feeding window. Your last meal should occur a 1-2 hours before bed.
Don't let your work shifts limit the opportunity to get creative with your Intermittent Fasting!
All in all, you can see that Time-Restricted Feeding protocols are very flexible, and you can modify them based on your own convenience.
You can simplify this with by doing the following: skip breakfast. 12-16 hours after fasting is a great opportunity to start your feeding phase.
To conclude, here are a few guidelines you should follow when creating a Time-Restricted Feeding Protocol.
The rest of it should be up to you.
I want to thank you for taking the time to read our Time-Restricted Feeding post.
I hope this is everything you need to start implementing your own personal method of Intermittent Fasting that works around your lifestyle.
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email us at support@reforgedperformance.com, or message us on Instagram.
Until next time, Reforged Legion!
Tony is the Owner of Reforged. He is a PN1 Certified Nutrition Coach and has been in the fitness space for over a decade. His goal is to help millions exercise their way out of depression and anxiety.
by Tony Gjokaj September 18, 2023 3 min read
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in many bodily functions, including muscle and nerve function, blood sugar regulation, and bone health.
Despite its importance, many people do not get enough magnesium from their diets alone.
This is where supplements like magnesium glycinate can be helpful.
Magnesium glycinate is a highly bioavailable form of magnesium that is easily absorbed by the body and has several potential health benefits.
In this post, we'll explore the benefits of magnesium glycinate and why it may be a valuable addition to your overall health and wellness plan.
Let's dive in!
by Tony Gjokaj September 13, 2023 3 min read
Depression is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world.
While seeking professional help is crucial, integrating exercise into your routine can be an effective complementary strategy to alleviate its symptoms.
Exercise isn't just about physical fitness; it has a profound impact on your mental well-being as well.
In this post, we'll explore the link between exercise and depression and delve into five potent ways that regular physical activity can help you on your journey to improved mental health.
by Tony Gjokaj August 13, 2023 5 min read
Depression Slayer,
Have you asked yourself why most people fail their diets?
A lot of it comes from extremes: huge diet restrictions, following a fad diet that's not prescribed to your body, and more.
Many of us go too extreme to the point of so much discomfort, which makes us actually fail rather quickly.
Most of the time, people stop their diets within 5 weeks.
So today, I wanted to shift your mindset towards nutrition.
In this post, we are going to go over 5 nutrition principles for success.
Let's dive in!