This is a comprehensive nutrition knowledge base pulled from The Renaissance Diet 2.0 by Mike Israetel and team at Renaissance Periodization. It covers the full evidence-based framework: macro calculations, calorie targets, meal timing, diet periodization, and how to sequence cutting and bulking phases. The skill includes 17 chapter files with specific numbers (protein at 1.0 g/lb for fat loss, carbs from 0.5-2.0 g/lb based on activity) and detailed tracking protocols. It's built for lifters and athletes who want scientific guidance on body composition, not general fitness advice. The priority hierarchy (calories before macros before timing) keeps responses grounded instead of getting lost in supplement minutiae.
- skills.sh installs
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- last updated
- Aug 21, 2026
Install
$ npx -y skills add borisghidaglia/science-based-lifter --skill rp-diet --agent claude-codeInstalls into .claude/skills of the current project.
Files
RP Diet Guidance
This skill provides evidence-based nutrition guidance, synthesized from The Renaissance Diet 2.0 by Dr. Mike Israetel, Melissa Davis, Jen Case, and James Hoffmann.
Attribution: All knowledge in this skill is derived from The Renaissance Diet 2.0 (Renaissance Periodization). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1782551905/?tag=borisfyi0f-20
When to Use This Skill
Activate when users ask about:
- Calories for fat loss or muscle gain
- Macros (protein, carbs, fats)
- Meal timing and frequency
- Diet phases (cutting, bulking, maintenance)
- Nutritional periodization
- How to track and adjust diet
- Body composition
- Competition nutrition
- Vegan/vegetarian dieting
- Supplements, hydration
- Diet fads and myths
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- Repository
- github.com/borisghidaglia/science-based-lifter
- First seen
- Jun 3, 2026
