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Increase protein intake



Increasing your protein intake will keep you feeling full while lowering your caloric intake, while protecting your gains at the same time. Also, protein is especially useful for directly stimulating your metabolism and a faster metabolic rate is the first thing you’ll need in order to spark up greater fat loss. As a bodybuilder you already know the importance of protein in your diet, but when you’re trying to burn a drastic amount of fat, your focus on protein should grow even bigger.

A general rule of thumb is to eat at least 1 gram of protein per pound of bodyweight on a daily basis, while limiting your intake of carbs. Opt for lean meats, fish, egg whites and protein powder. Also, your last meal before bedtime should only consist of protein – as we said before, eliminate all carbs from your dinner or late night snack and stick to protein shakes or low-fat dairy products.