meal plan VS goal

[koi]

Since two weeks, I've benn following a meal and workout plan I found in a magazine. Looks like this:
M1: 3 egg whites, 2oz fat free turkey, 1/2 cup oatmeal
M2 : 4 egg whites, 1/2 cup red pepper, 2 corn tortillas
M3 : 4oz chicken, 4 oz potato, 1 cup broccoli
M4 : 1 scoop whey, 1 apple, 1 tbsp peanut butter
M5 : 4oz turkey, 1 cup broccoli, 1tbsp olive oil, mixed green salad, 1tbsp balsamic vinegar
M6 : 1 scoop whey, 1/2 cup strawberries, 1tbsp ground flaxseeds
Approx : 1650 cals, 180g protein, 142,5g carbs, 41g fat
I lift weights 4 times/week and cardio 30 min 3 times/week

I can't eat turkey first thing in the morning (makes me want to puke!) so I replaced it with protein powder in my oatmeal. The plan ask for whey but I use Isolate. I also eat whole wheat tortillas instead of corn... Is it a problem?

My goal for the rest of summer is to lose a few pounds (I already have lost 15 in the past few months) but I really want to maintain the amount of muscle I have right now.
A few months ago I was 142 pounds (28% bodyfat)....
Right now I'm 127 pounds (don't know my %BF)
I'm 5'6''1/2

Are the macros/cals OK with my goal?

Thank you!

[macka]

Isolate is better post workout but really you should be depending more on whole foods. I think you are on the right track but your diet can always be adjusted to work better for you. You will actually have to stick to the change for a while to see how it works for you. You may need to change the protein/carb/fat ratios and how many calories you take in to meet your goals. You may also need to adjust your workouts to lift heavier or lighter, and the amount of cardio you respond best to.
You need to keep track of everything you eat and your workout habits and post them to get insight from the more experienced members. The fact you are getting started is a good step.

[Praetorian]

Since two weeks, I've benn following a meal and workout plan I found in a magazine. Looks like this:
M1: 3 egg whites, 2oz fat free turkey, 1/2 cup oatmeal
M2 : 4 egg whites, 1/2 cup red pepper, 2 corn tortillas
M3 : 4oz chicken, 4 oz potato, 1 cup brocco
M6 : 1 scoop whey, 1/2 cup strawberries, 1tbsp ground flaxseeds
Approx : 1650 cals, 180g protein, 142,5g carbs, 41g fat
I lift weights 4 times/week and cardio 30 min 3 times/week

I can't eat turkey first thing in the morning (makes me want to puke!) so I replaced it with protein powder in my oatmeal. The plan ask for whey but I use Isolate. I also eat whole wheat tortillas instead of corn... Is it a problem?

My goal for the rest of summer is to lose a few pounds (I already have lost 15 in the past few months) but I really want to maintain the amount of muscle I have right now.
A few months ago I was 142 pounds (28% bodyfat)....
Right now I'm 127 pounds (don't know my %BF)
I'm 5'6''1/2

Are the macros/cals OK with my goal?

Thank you!

I am assuming you are female...if so...

You only need 5 meals per day.
Each meal should contain 35g protein, plus 10-15g fat, + some carbs from veggies only.
Get rid of the oatmeal, potato, and the tortillas they will just slow fat loss.
Lifting 4 times weekly is fine.
Cardio should be 7 days per week.
Isolate is whey and its fine.
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[PdH]

Here's the Palumbo diet for a 120 lb woman. This really is the best fat loss/muscle sparing diet available, though you should acquaint yourself with it a little more. Plenty of info on this site. :)

Meal #1: 2 whole (omega-3) eggs and 6 egg-whites.
Meal #2: 4oz chicken with 1/4 cup raw almonds.
Meal #3: 35g whey protein with 1 tablespoon all natural peanut butter.
Meal #4: 4oz salmon with 1 cup asparagus with 1 tablespoon macadamia nut oil.
Meal #5: same as meal #1 or meal #3.

[Dryvrgrl]

I would starve to death on either of those!

[macka]

I would starve to death on either of those!

that's because you have a high speed low drag metabolism

[Praetorian]

I would starve to death on either of those!

Actually you would feel fine...because youd be in ketosis which blunts hunger and cravings.
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[koi]

Thank you for the quick feedback!

Tell me if I'm wrong but the diet PdH is suggesting is respecting the ratio Praetorian is suggesting... minus the veggies. If so, this is what I'm going to eat (with veggies!) for the next few weeks.

I will also take your advice and do more cardio.

I will start with those changes and then reevaluate my weight training...

Thanks again!

[Praetorian]

Thank you for the quick feedback!

Tell me if I'm wrong but the diet PdH is suggesting is respecting the ratio Praetorian is suggesting... minus the veggies. If so, this is what I'm going to eat (with veggies!) for the next few weeks.

I will also take your advice and do more cardio.

I will start with those changes and then reevaluate my weight training...

Thanks again!

Yes it is what i based my post on....veggies are eaten in the one meal.
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[koi]

Yes it is what i based my post on....veggies are eaten in the one meal.
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Ok I see... I thought I could add more veggies to the diet....

[PdH]

You'll be much more successful if you have a basic understanding of keto diet principles, etc. You should start with this thread: http://www.canadabodybuilding.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4487&highlight=ketosis

And then go through a number of these threads: http://www.canadabodybuilding.com/forums/search.php?searchid=751764

Good luck. :)

[Praetorian]

Ok I see... I thought I could add more veggies to the diet....

No...stick with the outline.
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