Fuel Systems

Nutrition & Recovery

Calibrated for default operator.

Adaptive Protocol

Cardio-Calm · Phase 1 Blood Pressure Protocol

Lemon water, spinach, avocado, salmon and walnuts on obsidian with a blood pressure cuff
High Blood Pressure · Age 50–60

Month 1 calibration for hypertension. Sodium capped, potassium loaded, moderate deficit — built to unload the cardiovascular system before heavy training begins.

Designed specifically for operators aged 50–60 managing elevated blood pressure (reference reading 144/100 mmHg). Not medical advice — clear this protocol and all supplements with your physician before starting.

Phase 1 · Calibrated Parameters
Daily Calories
1,850 – 1,950 kcal

Moderate deficit to shed visceral weight and unload the heart.

Protein
160 – 170 g

Preserves lean mass and keeps satiety high in a deficit.

Carbohydrates
170 – 190 g

Low-glycemic, high-fiber, potassium-rich sources only.

Fats
60 – 70 g

Prioritise omega-3 and monounsaturated fats for vascular health.

Sodium Cap
< 2,000 mg / day

Non-negotiable for managing the 144/100 mmHg reading.

Potassium
3,500 – 4,700 mg / day

Balances sodium and helps relax arterial walls.

Macro Split
35%
Protein
38%
Carbs
27%
Fats

3 litres of water daily. Proper hydration optimises blood volume and helps lower resting blood pressure — sip steadily, do not front-load in the evening.

Core Fueling Flow
  1. 1Morning · BP & Metabolic Starter
  2. 2Mid-Morning · Sustained Energy
  3. 3Midday · Vascular Support
  4. 4Afternoon · Micronutrient Boost
  5. 5Evening · Recovery & Relaxation
Daily Meal Blueprint

5 Fuel Blocks

Phase 3 · Month 1

Cardiovascular Guidelines

Low-Impact Daily Movement

Skip heavy lifting this month and build an aerobic base instead: 30–45 minutes of brisk walking daily. It drives weight loss, improves insulin sensitivity and lowers resting blood pressure safely.

Stress & Sodium Audit

Completely eliminate processed meats, canned soups, bottled sauces and restaurant fast food — hidden sodium is the primary driver of stubborn hypertension. Whole, single-ingredient foods prepared at home only.

Hydration Rule

3 litres of water daily, spread across the day. Adequate blood volume supports circulation and helps the kidneys clear excess sodium.

Strategic Stack

Supplement Protocol

Magnesium Glycinate

300–400mg · before bed

Relaxes smooth muscle tissue in blood vessels and promotes restorative sleep. Consult your physician.

Coenzyme Q10

100–200mg · daily

Supports heart muscle health and cellular energy production. Consult your physician.

Omega-3 Fish Oil

2,000mg · daily

Reduces systemic inflammation and supports arterial elasticity. Consult your physician.

Supply Run

One-Tap Grocery List

Compile every ingredient across the 5 fuel blocks and the supplement stack into a single checklist — 37 items.

Daily

2700 kcal

Protein190g (760 kcal)
Carbs260g (1040 kcal)
Fats80g (720 kcal)
Hydration

0 / 8 glasses

Tap to log intake
System

Workout Reminders

Nutrition guide

Reading your fuel grid

Your macro targets are derived from age band and goal, then split across six meal blocks. The grid tracks hydration and reminders alongside them, because under-eating protein and under-drinking water are the two most common reasons progress stalls.

Protein, carbohydrate and fat

Protein is held high across every goal to protect lean mass, and rises further in the 40s–50s and 60+ bands where anabolic resistance increases. Carbohydrate flexes with training demand — it drops on a fat-loss plan and rises on hypertrophy and strength plans. Fat stays in a stable band to support hormone production.

Meal blocks and timing

Six smaller blocks make high protein targets easier to hit than three large meals. Place the largest carbohydrate block in the two hours before training and a protein-led block within ninety minutes after, which is the window covered in the recovery dashboard.

Power shakes, GeniusCook and grocery lists

Power Shakes cover the gaps when you cannot cook, GeniusCook offers macro-filtered recipes with per-serving protein, carbohydrate and fat, and any plan or recipe list exports to a one-tap grocery PDF.

How the fuel blocks are structured

Each protocol is built from six blocks across the day rather than three rigid meals, which makes it far easier to fit around shift work, fasting windows and evening training. Every block lists its purpose, a worked example with quantities, and the macro split it contributes, so you can swap ingredients without losing the shape of the day.

Protein is anchored per block instead of being back-loaded into dinner, because spreading intake evenly supports recovery better than one large serving. Carbohydrate is concentrated around the session, and fat fills the remaining blocks to keep satiety steady between them.

Adapting a plan to your own tastes

Treat the listed foods as templates: any protein of similar weight, any starch of similar carbohydrate content and any vegetable can be substituted. The plan works because of its timing and totals, not because of specific ingredients, and a plan you enjoy eating is the only one you will still be following in six weeks.

If you are training in a deficit and hunger becomes disruptive, add volume rather than calories — more vegetables, more water, more fibrous carbohydrate — before you reduce the protein target, which should be the last thing to go.

Shakes, groceries and shopping

The Power Shakes section carries blended recipes with full macro breakdowns for the moments when solid food is not practical, particularly the window straight after a session. Each recipe and each protocol exports to a one-tap grocery list PDF grouped by supermarket aisle, so a week of fuel is a single shop rather than a daily decision.

Frequently asked

How much water should I log?
Aim for roughly two to three litres a day, higher on hard conditioning days. The tracker counts standard 250 ml glasses.
Can I follow a plan while intermittent fasting?
Yes. Compress the same macro total into your eating window; the 18:6 tracker on the dashboard shows when it opens and closes.
Are the plans medical advice?
No. They are general fitness guidance. Speak to a clinician before changing your diet if you have a medical condition.
Do I have to follow the protocol exactly?
No. Hit the daily protein and calorie targets and keep the pre- and post-session blocks intact; everything else can be adjusted to your tastes and schedule.
Are the plans suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, with substitutions — swap animal proteins for legumes, tofu, tempeh or dairy of equivalent protein weight and the block totals still work.