Derek Lunsford shared his recent day of eating as he prepares for the Arnold.
Derek Lunsford is preparing for the 2025 Arnold Classic and is taking on some new methods, especially within his diet plan. Lunsford recently shared a full day of eating showing off the diet he is using to prepare for Columbus.
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Lunsford’s journey to the apex of bodybuilding is both remarkable and inspiring. He first captured the Olympia 212 title, then transitioned to the Men’s Open category, clinching the title on his second attempt. Significantly, he became the first athlete to secure titles in two different divisions, marking a historic moment in the competition’s legacy.
Derek Lunsford’s Full Day Of Eating
Derek Lunsford’s day of eating consisted of six meals and he shared some new methods he is working in since the Olympia:
Meal 1
Lunsford started off his day with a simple meal. Since his performance at the Olympia in October, Lunsford has cut out eggs and focused on other protein sources.
- 7oz Bison
- 450g White Rice
“I’ve not been eating any eggs and I feel better. That’s one different thing that I’ve been doing since the Olympia is cutting out the eggs and pretty much everything I’ve been eating in terms of food sources is the same but portions are different.”
Meal 2
The second meal included another protein source, including some that have more fats than others.
- Grilled Chicken
- 400g White Rice
- RedHot Wing Sauce
“Some proteins have more protein per ounce than another and some will have more fat than another.”
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Meal 3
This is the pre-workout meal for Lunsford and he feels that cod provides the extra energy burst before the gym even though it is not his favorite.
- 8oz Cod
- 400g White Rice
- Pineapple Mango Nusauce
“This is one meal that I don’t look forward to eating. I get tired of eating the white fish. Sometimes I do shrimp but this is what we got today.”
Meal 4
Derek Lunsford keeps is simple post-workout while getting his protein shake in.
- 2 Bananas
- 2 scoops Isoject
“I get two bananas instead of one and two scoops of Isoject, which is about 50 grams of protein from Evogen Nutrition.”
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Meal 5
After the gym, Lunsford has two meals remaining for the night. While he is focused on different protein sources, Lunsford also shared that he is getting in more carbs than usual.
- 7oz Salmon
- 400g White Rice
“This is the most carbs I’ve ever eaten in one day in an actual meal plan.”
Meal 6
The final meal of the day included more protein with healthy fats and carbs. Lunsford makes sure to round out the final meal of the night to prepare for the next day.
- 7oz Chicken
- 425g Potatoes
- 1tbsp Olive Oil
“This meal plan today is exactly what I’m going to eat tomorrow on chest day and after that, no matter if I train back, arms, o whatever I decide, it goes back to me base diet.”
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