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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What can I eat if I am still hungry after my meal?

    Make sure you are drinking at least 8oz of water with your meals. Eat slowly, and wait approximately 20 minutes to see if you are still hungry. It takes time for the receptors in your stomach to sense that you are full. You can drink water and see how hungry you feel. If you are still hungry after this, try eating a portion of a fibrous veggies like broccoli, celery, or spinach (Food chart I).

  • Are there specific times I should be eating?

    With the Meltdown Anti Diet, you will be eating either 5 or 6 times a day. You want to space out your meals so they are at least 3 hours apart. On meltdownantidiet.com, it will build your meals according to when you wake up and go to bed.

  • How far apart should my meals be?

    You do not want to wait 5 or 6 hours before eating your next meal. With the Meltdown Anti Diet, you are eating 5 or 6 times per day, therefore depending on the time you wake up and go to sleep you will be eating every 2-4 hours.

  • Can I eat 2 meals at one time if I skipped a meal or plan on skipping one?

    No. If for some reason you had to skip a meal, continue on with your scheduled meals.

  • How many hours before my workout should I be eating?

    This will depend on your schedule. We suggest waiting at least 30-60 minutes after meal time to work out. You may not feel comfortable working out/running right after a meal. If you’re meal is a protein shake or Zero Impact protein bar, you may feel more comfortable working out after that because it is a meal replacement.

  • What if I am not hungry?

    If you are not hungry, we still encourage you to eat your meal or meal replacement but to decrease the portion size. Instead of having a whole Zero Impact protein bar, eat ½ or ¼ of it. Waiting too long to eat in between meals will decrease your blood sugar and will slow your metabolism.

  • What if I skip a workout?

    If you skip a work out, get back on schedule as soon as you can. The whole process will not be 100% perfect, but try as much as you can to stick with the diet and exercise regimen so you will get the best results!

  • What if I want to workout on my day off?

    If you would like to work out on your day off, you can. But remember you are working out 5-6 times a week, and your body needs rest and recovery time. Your body needs the recovery time to re-build your muscles. We recommend doing light cardio, and stretching if you still want to be active on your day off. Activities such as washing your car, going for a walk, or cleaning your house can be part of your activity on your day off.

  • What if I do not have any energy to workout?

    There may be times when you feel like you have no energy to workout. As soon as you start your workout, you will begin to feel energized and you might even feel more energized after your workout. Remember WHY you are working out, and how good it is for your body. Try to develop a positive attitude about your workout and keep in mind what motivates you! Working out is a great way to relieve your daily stresses of life and it is time that you have for yourself, away from everything!

  • What time of day can I work out?

    Again, this will depend on your schedule. Many people love to workout in the morning as its get them energized for the rest of the day. Others like to wait after work, or even during your lunch break. Set a time that is comfortable with you and your schedule.

  • If I cheated during the week, do I start from the very beginning?

    If you had a cheat meal or day, continue with the rest of the diet. Your diet may not be 100% perfect, but try and get on track as soon as possible. Keep in mind the goals you are moving towards, and continue with the Meltdown Anti Diet and exercise regimen.

  • If I feel dizzy, should I still go workout?

    Ask yourself why you could be feeling this way. Did you eat in the past 3 hours? If it has been longer than 4 hours and you are feeling dizzy, try eating a Zero Impact protein bar or a meal. If you are still feeling dizzy or lightheaded consult your physician.

  • Who is going to test my body fat?

    You will be provided with a body composition caliper. You can have your spouse or anyone you are comfortable with test your body fat.

  • Do I have to weigh myself?

    We primarily want to focus on fat loss vs. weight loss. You may use a scale if you like to track your progress, but more importantly will be your body composition measurements.

  • How often should I test my body fat?

    You can keep track of your body composition at the end of each week.

  • Will I be provided with a personal trainer?

    No. The Meltdown Anti Diet has videos specifically for men and women explaining how to do each exercise.

  • Do I have to use supplements?

    The supplements recommended with the Meltdown Anti Diet will only help you achieve your goals quicker and more efficiently. You will need to use the ZI high protein meal bars, ThinFat®, Zero Impact Super Protein, and FiberTeq™.

  • Should I drink coffee before my workout?

    If you are used to drinking coffee in the morning of before you workout, you may do so. The coffee must have no sugar, and skim milk only. If you need energy, we recommend using Redline, as long as it is approved by your physician.

  • Can I substitute sugar with Splenda/Stevia/Equal/Sweetners?

    Yes. Do not add sugar to any of your meals or drinks. An alternative sweetener such as Splenda may be used.

  • What can I eat for dessert?

    You may not eat dessert.

  • When do I stretch?

    It is very important to stretch after your workout. Do not start and end working out without a warm up and a cool down.

  • How much money will it cost to buy all of the food?

    This greatly depends on where you shop, and different store pricing.

  • Can I replace running with doing a group exercise class or yoga?

    The Meltdown Anti Diet Exercise Program was specifically designed for fat loss. Interval training is a key in this program. Although exercise classes may provide you with a good workout, most of them will keep your heart rate up at a steady rate. During your cardio days, continue with the specified interval training. Yoga is not considered interval training. You can do yoga on your day off.

  • Can I eat sugar free things like jello and popsicles?

    No.

  • Does the 10 minute warm up/cool down count as my cardio?

    No. You have 5 minutes to warm up your body and prepare it for exercise, and the 5 minute cool down is to decrease your heart rate. It does not count as cardio.

  • How many days can I skip?

    You may not skip any days.

  • Are there any cheat days?

    No.

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