The Nick Bare Podcast 159: How to Eat and Train in 2026 | My Philosophies
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Feb 2, 2026 He outlines his 2026 diet and training philosophies, emphasizing a slight caloric surplus to rebuild size and strength. Practical advice covers meal prep rhythms, weighing portions, and making protein the priority. Strategies for late-night snacks, eating with purpose, balancing strength training and recovery, and keeping food quality high while traveling are discussed.
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Eat Earlier And Choose Calorie-Dense Foods
- If you struggle to eat enough, eat earlier and choose calorically dense foods like fattier meats, nuts, and avocados.
- Front-load calories to avoid force-feeding at night and plan meals to hit targets consistently.
Every Strength Session Should Be Hard
- Train hard in the gym with controlled, deliberate effort and push many sets near failure to stimulate growth.
- Take longer rests between intense sets so you can perform each set with maximal intent.
Strength Needs Intensity, Not Easy Volume
- Applying the 'easy run' volume mindset to strength training limits progress because strength needs intensity.
- Strength work requires concentrated, high-effort sets rather than passive time under tension with distractions.
