…balanced eating plan rich in protein, complex carbohydrates and hearty healthy monounsaturated fats. His lean protein choices come from chicken, turkey and fish and assisted him in building lean muscle mass.
To fuel the actor’s body throughout the training for the role, he consumed complex carbohydrates that provided a steady release of energy. These food selections came from brown rice, sweet potatoes, and green vegetables. Cuba’s eating schedule called for frequent meals that were spread out every two to three hours to sustain a fast metabolism. This eating schedule also provided a consistent supply of nutrients and energy so that an anabolic, muscle-gaining state is achieved in the body. Gooding also drank water at each meal to ensure proper hydration throughout his training.
The common myth most people make when attempting to build lean muscle and lose body fat amounts is that they try to achieve both goals at the same time. Almost everyone who makes this mistake ends up getting nowhere fast. Instead both goals should be split apart and achieved separately. Typically a muscle bulking phase comes first where you pack on as much lean muscle mass as possible then following that up with a fat cutting phase while preserving lean muscle. It’s no doubt Cuba did it and continues to do it the right way.