I created the FAQ to serve as an aggregate to answer simple questions. Please save the more sophisticated questions for email. If you email me with a question I want you to really challenge me.
All Actual Questions:
Q:What info do you need to know before I sign up?
A: Nothing. Once payment is received I will send you an evaluation which you can fill out and send back to me.
Q: I am interested, I know that you go by what we like/dislike etc. I will not do any protein powders, bars etc. I only eat whole foods. If I have to take stuff as flameout, etc I can’t make it work. Thanks for your reply and yes this is the same Heather from figure athlete. I like your prices on your programs for nutrition . I seriously love my workouts , I’m sure you know (Name Omitted), he is an excellent trainer. If you’re not interested just say so, no hard feelings. I don’t hold grudges from the past so… thanks.
A: Please, I do not accept any info from the client until PayPal funds have been sent. All client info is to be submitted on the eval. If your trainer is excellent then why are you contacting me?
Q: Do I have to pay before you send me the program?(This was actually a real question believe it or not!)
A: Yes
Q: I want to know exactly in detail what I am getting in the Quick Fix Diet before I sign up for anything!
A: Quite honestly the QFD is just that- a Quick Fix. I offer a full description of what you get in the Programs section on the front page. If the description for the QFD doesn’t list something that you are curious about, then, well, it’s not included.
Q: If I sign up for the “Quick Fix Diet” and want to switch over to the Customized Oscillating Macronutrient Eating Pattern do I still have to pay $250 the first month or can I just pay $100 each additional month since I was already signed up for the “Quick Fix Diet”. ( Another actual question believe it or not!)
A: First of all you haven’t even signed up for any program yet. Second of all I don’t give discounts unless you bring me a referral. And no, its a totally different program.
Q: Can I use sweetners or condiments?
A: Yes. Limit Splenda to 2 packets and 2 table spoons of organic/low fat condiments per day.
Q: I was just checking out your website and Im interested in the OMEP program (program 3,) but was wondering if this also included a training schedule? I see there program 4 that does but it also includes other items that I would not necessarily need.
A: I can refer you to a training program of mine to go along with the eating pattern however if you want a customized training program to go along with your eating pattern then Program 4 should be your choice.
Q: I don’t have time to eat all of the meals during the day. Can I eat 2 meals at once?
A: In order for your body to optimize the full effectiveness of the program it is necessary for you to follow it as it is written. However if situations do not allow for you to eat a meal- I would rather you combine 2 meals then miss one all together.
Q: Can I switch up the order of the meals?
A: Absolutely not.
Q: I lost 3 lbs the first week then had some junk food the second week and gained 3 lbs back. Will this program still work even if I eat junk food here and there?
A: How can you possibly expect this program to “work” if you are eating junk food?
Q: How long do I take between meals?
A: 2-3 hours
Q: My job doesn’t allow me to take many breaks to eat during the day, how should I go about getting in all the meals?
A: Plan ahead, prepare all your meals in advance and do your best.
Q: What results should I expect from the eating pattern?
A: Alot depends on what your current lifestyle is like. Expect higher energy levels, faster metabolism and reduced bodyfat.
Q: Every time I eat the fish I throw it up. How important is it that I have the fish.
A: If eating fish causes you to vomit you should have identified this problem to me in the eval.
Q: Do you have any suggestions for being stopped up! I am sure you get this question a lot from women but for some reason I have not gone since Monday…. yuck!!
A: The BioTest Superfood will help with that.
Q: Do I begin day #1 on Monday?
A: It makes no difference which day of the week you start day #1 on.
Q: Can I use my regular whey until my new shipment of supplements arrives?
A: Yes
Q: What do L-Glutamine Peptides do?
A: If you are uncertian about the role of any of the supplements then Google is an excellent resource to use.
Q: Can I substitute halibut, cod or sea bass for the tilapia and orange roughy?
A: If thats all you have , but I would prefer you stick to the food choice listed.
Q: Just wanted to know what the numbers meant below the days..
for day 1, I assume those are pt, carb, fat macros?
when I log everything in that I am supposed to eat those numbers
are a lot higher, so wasn’t sure if I am supposed to be
close to those numbers listed or not?
and just wanted to check, it looks like my calorie range is 1600-1800?
I am following it exactly and measuring everything, just scared eating
that amount of calories, not used to it!
I am focusing on those numbers because every plan I was always given always had me follow macro numbers…so iwas confused
A: First of all I list those numbers as a code system for p-c-f. They are not meant to be used as exact numbers. Furthermore, even if they were, why are you trying to figure out the total caloric value when all the food sources along with the exact measurements are already listed? Also, this program has nothing to do with any “plan” you used in the past. Stop looking for ways to sabotage yourself and simply follow the program.
Q: Do I measure or weigh rice, oatmeal and meat before or after cooking?
A: Weigh all meats before cooking. Common sense should clue you in for the oats. I mean who in the world cooks several cups of oatmeal then puts it in the fridge and doles out small portions at a time? For oats, measure the amount listed, then cook it.
Just the opposite for brown rice. Who in their right mind would cook 1/2 cup of rice in an entire pot!? Cook the rice then measure out the listed amount.
Q: Next to the shake you list take it (pre-during-after) training. Does that mean I take a seperate shake before I train, during my training and after I train?
A: Are you serious? I only list the amounts for 1 shake. How could you come up with 3 totally different shakes out of that? Begin to sip your shake pre training, continue to sip it during your training and if any is left at the end then finish it up post training.
Q: I didn’t get your eval after I sent you funds over paypal and it has been 5 days. On your “getting started” page I know you say not to tell you we sent paypal funds but I was just curious.
A: I also say on my “getting started” page to turn off all SPAM block. I have tried to email you back from 2 of my email accounts and each time the mail is sent back to me as “undeliverable”. Please see to it that your email allows me to reach you. I know that if I sent someone some $$ I would make dang sure they were able to reach me no matter what!
Q: I see that you recommend certain supplements, will you prescribe when and how to take them as they fall in the diet like you have for week 1 (fish oils, primrose, muscle provider, ect.) for the remainder of the weeks?
A: No. The reason I did for those supps is because they have a caloric value and I want them taken in place of other food. Follow the label on the bottle for every other supplement.
Q: What are Hungarian Chili peppers?
A: If you use Google it will provide images along with a full description and text book definition. They can be found in your local grocery produce dept.
Q: I have a lunch meeting at a local resturaunt and I have to go. What should I eat?
A: Select foods from the menu that best match up with your assigned meal.
Q: How often will you update my eating pattern.
A: Totally depends on your feedback. Typically I update the eating pattern each month. If someone needs their eating pattern adjusted each week then there was a serious problem to begin with in the program design. It takes a good 4 weeks to really get the significant effects that the eating pattern was designed to deliver.
Q: Why don’t you want me to drink coffee and explain to me why you paired up the meals with the foods you did. Not questioning you or anything I’m just trying to learn.
A: I sell training and nutritional programs. Program design & support is what I deliver. This is not a tutorial. Most everything I do can be explained in one of my published articles. With that being said I don’t answer the “Why?” question.
Q: If you do make changes will you tell me in advance so that I can know what to buy during my weekly trip the grocery store.
A: There will be no food changes that you will need to make when shopping. If I do make a change it will be with foods that are already on the eating pattern.
Q: What does “RM” mean?
A: Rep Max- So if I tell you to perform 5 x 5 with your 7RM that means to use a weight you could perform 1 set of 7 reps with if you went “All out”.
Q: What if I am not strong enough to perform some of the bodyweight exercises you put in the program like push ups or crocs?
A: Perform them from your knees or do pushups holding a bar in a squat rack or smith machine until you are strong enough to perform from the floor.
Q: What is your take on a cheat meal every week?
A: Rules for Cheat meal: **This does NOT apply to Contest Prep**
You are allowed 1 cheat meal per week after 4 full weels of compliace on OMEP.
Cheat meal guidelines:
1) Drink 16oz of water before cheat meal.
2) You are allowed 6oz of ANY food you want, but no more then 6oz!
3) Eat an apple or pear immediately after your cheat meal.
4) The cheat meals counts as 1 meal.
5) Resume OMEP for next meal following Cheat meal.
Q: I can’t find some of the types of peppers and some of the types of fish are there any substitutes?
A: Yes, if you can’t find one of the above then sub another type of fish or pepper that is already listed on the eating pattern for the one you can’t find.
Q:I’m sick. I woke up with a terrible sore throat and swollen tonsils this morning. I saw a dr and got a 3 day antibiotic cycle because I don’t seem to have cold or flu symptoms. I worked out today but probably won’t be able to for a while. I already made my meals for tomorrow and am planning on staying on the nutrition plan provided. I am just wondering if you have any advice. I am guessing sticking to the plan and not working out until I feel okay again is what you’d recommend, but I wanted to make sure.
A: I do not design or give advice on eating paterns for people who are sick and can not train. Consult an M.D. until you are well.
Q: I can’t find orange roughy, sea bass or buffalo at the grocery store. What should I do?
A: Find a different grocery store. You can substitute another white fish and use 96%lean ground beef.
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