1 Month on the Carnivore Diet While Working Out

Let me tell you a little story about my fitness journey. I’m 42, a dad, a full-time worker, and someone who decided three months ago that I was done with excuses. I hit the gym, started eating cleaner, and was slowly but surely seeing some progress. But then I hit a wall. The results started slowing down, and I needed a new plan to shake things up.

 

Enter the Carnivore Diet—the all-meat, no-carb, straight-to-the-point approach to eating. I’d heard about it before but never gave it much thought. This time, though, I decided to give it a shot. For 30 days, I went full carnivore while sticking to my workout routines. Here’s what happened.

Week 1: Adjusting to Meat-Only

I’ll be honest, the first week was rough. Cutting out all carbs and sugar cold turkey (no pun intended) wasn’t easy. My body was used to oatmeal for breakfast, a sandwich for lunch, and some kind of carb-heavy side with dinner. Going straight to steak and eggs every morning felt... different.

 

The workouts? They weren’t great. I felt sluggish, like my body was adjusting to this new fuel source. And let’s not even talk about the headaches. They call it the “keto flu,” but I’m pretty sure it’s just your body throwing a tantrum.

 

What kept me going was the simplicity of it all. No calorie counting, no complicated meal prep. I’d grill up a steak or some chicken thighs, throw on a little salt, and boom—meal done. And since I got all my meat from Dude Food, I didn’t have to worry about any junk like mRNAs or additives.

 

 

Week 2: Finding My Groove

By the second week, something clicked. The headaches were gone, my energy started leveling out, and my workouts felt stronger. Instead of crashing halfway through my routine, I had steady energy throughout.

I started noticing that I didn’t feel bloated anymore. After meals, I felt full but not weighed down. And, dude, the food tasted amazing. There’s something primal and satisfying about biting into a perfectly cooked ribeye.

Speaking of food, here’s a breakdown of what a typical day looked like for me:

 

  • Breakfast: 3 eggs fried in butter with bacon.
  • Lunch: A Dude Food NY strip steak with a side of... well, nothing.
  • Dinner: Grilled pork chops or chicken thighs, sometimes paired with a bit of liver for extra nutrients.

 

Sure, it was repetitive, but when your meals taste this good, you don’t mind.

 

 

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Week 3: Gains and Gains

By week three, I was starting to see some serious results. My lifts were getting heavier, my energy levels were solid all day, and I was feeling leaner. I even noticed my recovery time after workouts improved. I wasn’t as sore, and I felt ready to hit the gym again the next day.

 

Another bonus? My cravings disappeared. No more late-night urges to raid the pantry for chips or cookies. The high-fat, high-protein meals kept me full and satisfied, which made sticking to the plan easier than I expected.

 

 

Week 4: A New Way of Eating

By the final week, I knew I was onto something. I felt stronger, more focused, and—best of all—I’d lost 8 pounds without feeling like I was dieting. My workouts were consistent, my sleep improved, and I wasn’t dealing with the afternoon energy crashes I used to get.

 

Even Kayla (my wife) noticed the difference. “You’re looking leaner,” she said one night while I was grilling yet another steak. “And happier.”

She was right. I felt good—better than I had in years. And while I wasn’t sure if I’d stick to the Carnivore Diet forever, I knew it had taught me something valuable: what you eat matters, and quality counts.

 

 

Key Takeaways

Here’s what I learned from my 30 days on the Carnivore Diet:

  • Simple is better: You don’t need complicated recipes to fuel your body. Meat is simple, satisfying, and effective.
  • Quality meat matters: If I’d been eating supermarket junk, I doubt I’d feel as good as I do. The clean, American-raised meat from Dude Food made all the difference.
  • It’s not just physical: Sure, I got stronger and leaner, but I also felt sharper and more focused. Food isn’t just fuel—it’s a game-changer.

 

Should You Try the Carnivore Diet, Dude?

 

If you’re in your 40s, hitting the gym, and looking to get in shape, I’d say give it a shot. It’s not a magic bullet, but it’s a powerful tool for building muscle, losing fat, and simplifying your life. Just make sure you’re eating clean, high-quality meat—because what you eat directly impacts how you feel and perform.

 

And if you’re ready to take the plunge, start with Dude Food. Our meat is clean, American-raised, and free of all the junk you don’t want. No additives, no mRNAs, no imported nonsense—just meat raised the right way.

 

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