Intermittent Fasting v. The "30-30-30" Protocol: Which is better?

Episode 108 of the Pneuma with Daniel Finneran podcast, hosted by Daniel Finneran, titled "Intermittent Fasting v. The "30-30-30" Protocol: Which is better?" was published on May 14, 2025 and runs 31 minutes.

May 14, 2025 ·31m · Pneuma with Daniel Finneran

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Summary

The 30-30-30 Protocol—developed by Tim Ferriss and popularized by Gary Brecka—is an approach to nutrition that requires you to: 1. Consume 30 grams of protein2. Within 30 minutes of waking3. After which you perform 30 minutes of exerciseThis method is starkly different from intermittent fasting, in which you to abstain (typically during the morning hours) from eating anything at all. Which method is better? With which have you had more success? In this episode, a very shiny and muscular James Flood and I offer our two cents.Email me and let me know which works better for [email protected] YouTube link: https://youtu.be/WjdO6DdZfkkIf you're Interested in bespoke 1:1 coaching, but prefer someone more approachable than your typical trainer, start here ➡️ https://forms.gle/n1q3rpMYi8YhqQ9y6.I’m excited to embark on this journey together!Friendly Disclaimer: I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant for education and inspiration—not as a replacement for professional medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation is unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques that have worked for me, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, and enjoy the journey.

Episode Description

The 30-30-30 Protocol—developed by Tim Ferriss and popularized by Gary Brecka—is an approach to nutrition that requires you to:

1. Consume 30 grams of protein

2. Within 30 minutes of waking

3. After which you perform 30 minutes of exercise

This method is starkly different from intermittent fasting, in which you to abstain (typically during the morning hours) from eating anything at all.

Which method is better?

With which have you had more success?

In this episode, a very shiny and muscular James Flood and I offer our two cents.

Email me and let me know which works better for you

[email protected]

YouTube link:

https://youtu.be/WjdO6DdZfkk

If you're Interested in bespoke 1:1 coaching, but prefer someone more approachable than your typical trainer, start here ➡️ https://forms.gle/n1q3rpMYi8YhqQ9y6.

I’m excited to embark on this journey together!

Friendly Disclaimer:

I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant for education and inspiration—not as a replacement for professional medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation is unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques that have worked for me, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, and enjoy the journey.