As Fight Camp 2025 kicks off, there is certainly a lot of nervous energy going around.  It was great to see how busy the RUMBLE kick-off class was last Friday—it’s exactly what you’d expect from a group of people laser-focused on levelling up their fitness. But as we dive into this intense training phase, it’s time to talk about the other half of the equation: your diet.

Let me preface this by saying this isn’t a lecture. We all know the clichés: “You can’t out-train a bad diet” or “Abs are made in the kitchen.” These phrases are overplayed for a reason—they’re true—but they don’t tell the whole story. The relationship between your diet and your workout is far more nuanced and, frankly, more exciting than you might think.

Whether you’re diving headfirst into the Fight Camp challenge or just here to get in some quality training sessions, aligning how you eat with how you train can make a world of difference. Let’s skip the finger-wagging and focus on the good stuff: walking the walk by training well, eating well, and feeling great in the process.

Fuel the Fire: Why Food Matters More Than You Think

When you’re training hard—whether it’s for Fight Camp or just your regular gym routine—food isn’t just fuel. It’s a performance enhancer. Think of your body like a high-performance car. You wouldn’t pump cheap fuel into a Ferrari and expect it to perform at its peak, right? The same goes for your body.

When you fuel it properly, you don’t just survive your workouts—you thrive in them. Punches feel sharper. Your cardio improves. Heavy bag rounds? You smash them. Eating well isn’t about deprivation or obsessively counting every calorie; it’s about providing your body with what it needs to recover, adapt, and come back stronger.

The Fight Camp Diet (Or Whatever Works for You)

Let’s be real: the Fight Camp diet plan is no joke. It’s designed to push you—just like the training does. And while it might feel daunting, it’s also an opportunity to challenge yourself to prioritize better habits.

But this isn’t just about Fight Camp. If you’re not doing the challenge, the principles still apply. Consistency trumps perfection every time. You don’t need a fancy plan to start eating well—you just need a little mindfulness. Are your meals balanced? Are you eating enough protein? Are you hydrating properly?

For those in Fight Camp: stick to the plan 90% of the time, and you’ll see results. For everyone else: pick one small area to focus on—whether it’s more protein, less processed snacks, or regular meal prepping—and watch how it impacts your training and energy levels.

Eat to Train, Don’t Train to Eat

One of the biggest mindset shifts we can make—whether we’re doing Fight Camp or not—is to stop thinking of food as a reward for exercise. We’ve all been there: “I crushed that workout, so I’ve earned this pizza.”

But here’s the thing: if you’re always trying to “burn off” your food choices, you’re caught in an exhausting loop. Instead, flip the script. Think about how your meals can support your workouts. A protein-packed breakfast fuels your morning session. A post-workout meal with carbs and protein kickstarts recovery. A balanced dinner preps you for tomorrow’s grind.

When you view food as part of your training toolkit, your perspective changes—and so do your results.

Small Wins, Big Impact

The good news? You don’t have to overhaul your entire diet overnight. Whether you’re doing the challenge or not, small, sustainable changes are where the magic happens:

• Plan ahead. Prepping meals or snacks in advance makes it easier to stay on track, especially on busy days.
• Prioritize protein. Whether your goal is building muscle or just feeling full longer, protein is your best friend. Aim for 110g/day for women or 150g/day for men.
• Stay hydrated. Dehydration can sap your energy and kill your performance faster than you think.
• Listen to your body. Are you hungry? Eat. Are you full? Stop. It sounds simple, but tuning into your body’s signals can help you avoid overeating or undereating.

These small wins might not feel like much day-to-day, but over time, they add up to big changes.

Focus on the Long Game

Here’s the reality: Fight Camp is eight weeks. But the habits you build now can last a lifetime. And even if you’re not doing Fight Camp, every small decision you make about food and fitness helps set the tone for long-term health and performance.

The goal isn’t to be perfect for a few months and then go back to old habits. It’s to set a foundation you can build on. This isn’t about looking good (though, let’s be honest, that’s a nice bonus). It’s about feeling strong, capable, and confident in your own skin.

Whether you’re crushing the Fight Camp challenge, smashing a regular gym routine, or just getting back into the swing of things, the message is the same: align your diet with your workouts, stay consistent, and trust the process.

Here’s to training well, eating well, and walking the walk—together.