After Power Keto

Power Play

The insulin-sensitive nutrition phase for sustainable performance and long-term body composition.

What is Power Play?

Power Play is the nutrition phase you graduate to after establishing metabolic flexibility through Power Keto. It's designed for men who are insulin-sensitive and ready for a more balanced approach that supports both fat loss and performance.

Power Keto

High-fat, moderate-protein, very low-carb. Designed to reset insulin sensitivity and teach your body to burn fat efficiently.

  • F:P:C 60:30:10
  • Phase: Metabolic Reset

Power Play

Balanced macros with higher protein and strategic carbs. Designed for performance, muscle retention, and sustainable results.

  • F:P:C 35:45:20
  • Phase: Performance

The Phases: Power Play → Power Flex

Two phases: Power Play for active fat loss, Power Flex when you've earned metabolic flexibility.

Power Play (PP)

Active fat loss - Addressing Energy Toxicity

Fat 35% Protein 45% Carbs 20%
  • Eliminates energy toxicity (excess stored fuel)
  • Higher protein preserves muscle
  • Strategic carbs around training
  • Sustainable long-term

Power Flex (PF)

Metabolic flexibility achieved—carbs flex with activity

Fat 40% Protein 30% Carbs 30%
  • You've earned metabolic flexibility
  • Carbs flex with your activity level
  • The more you move, the more carbs you earn
  • Training sustains your metabolic sink

When to Transition to Power Play

The Man Plan monitors these signals to recommend your transition from Power Keto.

1
Stable Energy

Consistent energy throughout the day without crashes or cravings

2
Minimum 6-8 Weeks on Power Keto

Enough time to establish metabolic flexibility

3
GKI Under 6

Evidence of ketone production and glucose control

4
Consistent Weight Loss Stall (2+ weeks)

May indicate need for metabolic variation

5
Ready for More Carbs

Performance or lifestyle demands higher carb intake

Sample Power Play Day

What a typical day looks like on Power Play (~2000 calories).

Meal 1 (7am)

3 whole eggs scrambled, 4oz chicken sausage, 1/2 avocado

~450 cal | 32g F | 30g P | 6g C

Meal 2 (12pm)

6oz grilled chicken thigh, large salad with olive oil, 1/2 cup rice

~550 cal | 22g F | 45g P | 35g C

Meal 3 (4pm)

Protein shake with almond butter, small apple

~350 cal | 14g F | 30g P | 25g C

Meal 4 (7pm)

8oz salmon, roasted vegetables with butter, small sweet potato

~650 cal | 35g F | 45g P | 30g C

Daily Total: ~2000 cal | 103g F (46%) | 150g P (30%) | 96g C (19%)

Integrated in The Man Plan

You don't need to figure out transitions yourself. The Man Plan tracks your metrics and recommends phase changes automatically.

Start in Power Keto

Reset your metabolism and establish fat-burning capacity

System Monitors Progress

Weight trends, energy levels, and stall patterns are tracked

Transition Recommendation

When ready, you'll see a recommendation to move to Power Play

New Macros Generated

Your plan updates automatically with new targets and fueling schedule

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Begin with The Man Plan. The system will guide you through each phase.

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