Nutrition at Forge & Bloom
Why Nutrition Matters
Training builds strength. Nutrition fuels it. Without the right balance of food, recovery, and energy, your workouts won’t deliver their full potential. Think of your body as both the forge and the bloom. It needs the right fuel to burn hot and the right nutrients to grow strong.
Calories In VS Calories Out
At the most basic level, weight management comes down to energy balance:
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Calories In → the energy you get from food and drinks.
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Calories Out → the energy you burn through daily activity, exercise, and metabolism.
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Deficit = Weight Loss. Surplus = Weight Gain. Balance = Maintenance.
Fasting
Fasting is simply an eating schedule — not a diet. Some people find it easier to eat fewer calories by shortening the eating window (like 16:8 fasting). It’s not magic; it’s just another way to manage “calories in.”
Macros (Protein, Carbs, Fats)
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Protein → builds and repairs muscle.
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Carbs → your main energy source.
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Fats → essential for hormones and long-term fuel.
The right mix depends on your goals, but for most people, hitting adequate protein (about 0.8–1g per lb of bodyweight) is the game changer.
Try Our Calorie & Macro Calculator
Want to know your numbers? Use our Calorie & Macro Calculator to get a personalized target for your goals — whether it’s losing fat, gaining muscle, or maintaining strength.
Bottom Line
Nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. Focus on:
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Eating mostly whole foods.
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Hitting your calorie target.
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Prioritizing protein.
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Staying consistent.