The P90X Meal Plan Approach is for those people who want no guesswork. This plan is for those who like to cook and don’t mind buying plenty of ingredients. There are many delicious recipes in the P90X Nutrition Guide and this plan is going to have you trying all of them. While the shopping list for this plan may seem a little extensive, once you get your kitchen stocked with the basics, the weekly shopping will come easier. Also, remember you can switch to the Portion Approach if you feel like the Meal Plan Approach wasn’t the right choice for you.
Below is a grocery list to get you through the first half of week one on the Fat Shredder Phase. I am only giving you a half-week’s list because it is extensive. Also, there are many fresh produce ingredients used in this plan that are best bought soon before using.
Meat/Protein
Dozen Eggs
Turkey Breasts
Extra Lean Ham
Salmon
Shrimp
Turkey bacon
Several Chicken Breasts
Halibut
Sesame Seeds
Cashews
Soy Nuts
Dairy
String Cheese, fat free
Parmesan Cheese
Cheddar Cheese, low-fat
Mozzarella, fat free
Cottage Cheese, 1% fat
Carbohydrates
Wild Rice
Fruits
Strawberries
Vegetables
Mushrooms
Roma Tomato
Romaine
Hearts of Palm
Avocado
Asparagus
Shallots
Bag of Onions
Roasted Red Peppers (packed in water)
Celery
Garlic Cloves
Plum Tomatoes
Broccoli
Snow Peas
Yellow Bell Pepper
Green beans
Butternut Squash
Salad Greens
Red Potatoes
Carrots
Several Zucchini
Other (condiments, spices, sauces, etc)
Soy Sauce
Rice Vinegar
Minced Ginger
White Wine
Can Water Chestnuts
Low Fat Mayo
Dijon Mustard
Fresh Dill, Parsley, and Basil
Tomato Sauce
Low Fat Ranch
Chicken Broth
Lemon Juice
Tomato Paste
Yes, this list is quite extensive. Remember that several of these recipes, the chicken soup for instance, will create lots of leftovers that can be easily frozen for later use. Also, don’t be afraid to substitute, within reason, of course. For instance skipping the parmesan cheese and substituting fat free mozzarella won’t be a problem. However, substituting full fat ingredients won’t get you anywhere!
Once you are accustomed to shopping for the meal plan approach it won’t seem so daunting. If making a list is tiresome, take your P90X Nutrition Guide to the store with you.
Mar 24, 2009 @ 23:13:59
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Apr 06, 2009 @ 00:36:05
I have a quick question, how do you know how many of these things to buy? Ex. yellow bell pepper, singular, so only one? Another example is turkey breasts, being plural, so do we just get what we think we’ll need?
Hello Greg,
What you’re going to want to do here Greg, is look over the Nutrition Plan and see what you want to eat as part of your diet. Not every thing on the list is going to be something that you want to eat, so your grocery list depends on what you know you will be eating from now on. If you’re new to cooking with vegetables and you know you probably won’t be putting them in all of your meals, then you might want to buy just enough for your meals and no more. If you know you like chicken breasts and you know you will be eating them all the time, then you know what you need to stock up on. Your Nutrition menu is completely up to you. So, sit down and get out your pen and write down your grocery list with foods that you like. Remember, there are a ton of substitutes in the Nutrition Plan, so that you can eat exactly what you want.
Bon Appetite!
-Nate
Jul 07, 2009 @ 17:39:50
I’m curious if there are any charts available that allow you to track # of Proteins you consumed, # of Dairy, # of Carbs, etc… The Nutrition guide has Daily Journal at the back but it doesn’t allow you to track that you’ve eaten the appropriate # of items depending on which phase you are in.
Jul 14, 2009 @ 09:45:39
Hi Deb,
There isn’t a chart to track your daily servings, but that is a great idea. I will see if one can be cooked up!
-Erin
Aug 10, 2009 @ 19:02:51
hello i was on a vacation(for a week) and i couldnt take p90x with me (no tv) and im back now and im going to start my 61 day tomorow and im asking if it would be okay if i would eat tuna with 2 table spoons of mayonaise some jalapenos and eat all kinds of fruits everyday
is that okay?
and please tell me if i should take p90x recovery drink (im 14)
but feel to get the best results, i need to take it,,
i just want to know if it safe for my age
Aug 16, 2009 @ 11:48:56
I lost my P90X Nutrition Plan Guide. Can you tell me where I can purchase another one?
Hello Faith,
One of our customer service representatives can certainly assist you in this matter. You can either call the number at the top of the website, or submit your request via our email support form.
http://www.extremebodyworkout.com/customer-service.php#supportform
Sep 07, 2010 @ 15:04:48
Hello.
Me and my wife are starting the P90X, and with a 1 month old and an 8 year old.. we need a LIst to get all the groceries needed to complete the fat shredder phase. not enough time to go through the nutrition guide and meal recipes to figure out what we need.
i am asking very politely to send the other half of this weekly list. so me and my wife can buy the ingredients and get started on getting healthy.
we are in dire need of this TIME saving favor.
Very respectfully,
chris
p.s. can our 8 yr old eat this same food?