about 3 oz of lean meat is a1 serving of protein. If you check your nutrition plan, it tells you about how much 1 serving of each food is. To the left of the list in each category.

-Mike

If you feel like you have a lot more to eat than usual, don’t worry this is completely normal in the beginning. Over the next 2 weeks or so your body is going to start changing. Most importantly you are going to start increasing your metabolism, and by burning so many calories in your workouts, your body is going to NEED more food.

So, give it a couple weeks and see how you feel. Everyone is different and you may still find that it’s too much, if so, scale it back a bit (don’t feel bad about going against the plan’s suggested values, it’s not set in stone).

You should eat a “meal” at least 5 times a day “like the Meal Plan approach. But you can space those calories out to 6 or seven meals, if it makes it a little easier for you.

So lets say you are a Level 3. You will need 3,000 calories for the day. Divide that into 5 “meals” and you should shoot for roughly 600 calories 5 times a day.

Now, those 3,000 calories are comprised of proteins, dairy, fruits, etc. as listed in the Portion Approach table for Level 3 so you just have to keep track of how many servings each meal you eat counts for.

I suggest you take a look at the Meal Plan Approach for Level 3. Do this to get a general idea of how and what you can eat to fulfill the suggested servings per day. From there make your alterations based on your personal tastes and the portion plan.

hope this helps

Is it ok to have multiple protein drinks throughout the day as replacement for say chicken breasts or red meats?

Should I save some of the portions for post workout(dinner time) and which ones would be best since it is so close to bed time.

Can I have multiple protein bars, 1 counting as a DBL Snack and one counting as a Bar?
I’m stumped

if you plan to have your one serving of carbs during lunch, a tuna wrap is a quick easy meal. Add some veggies, a slice of cheese (1/2 dairy serving), and some low fat dressing and you’re in business. Or a chicken salad is quick and easy. Just buy those bag salads and those pre-cook chicken breast bits that come in the packages. Add some low fat dressing and maybe some chunks of cheddar. Vegetable soup is quick and easy, although I don’t know if you have access to a microwave at school. For snacks try yogurt, string cheese, a hand full of nuts, a protein bar, a piece of fruit, or turkey jerky. There are tons of options, but try and keep it simple to make your life easier!

Shakeology is a super healthy shake that can be used as a meal replacement or a snack. There is tons of good stuff in it that do tons of great things for your body.

-Mike

if you are doing the meal plan approach, you aren’t crazy…the meals are big! You don’t have to eat it all. Eat what you are comfortable with, you don’t need to stuff yourself silly!!! I would freeze the rest if there is enough for a second meal the next week, or share it with family or friends. Some of the recipes are for like 8 or 12 servings. Be sure to check that before you start cooking. You might be able to half the recipes.

-Mike

Also, Do I really need to consume more protein in the form of shakes beside what I eat? If, what are some good brand to get that don’t have cholesterol?

I don’t have a specific diet plan for vegans who are doing the P90X. I would just be sure to eat “clean.” Stay away from junk food, really limit sugar, salt and fat. Drink a lot of water and stay away from soda. It is important to be sure that you are properly fueled for these workouts and you will need a good amount of protein and just enough carbs for energy.

Good Luck!

-Mike