Lauralie Chapados is gearing up to dominate the 2026 Arnold Classic. On Feb. 18, 2026, she shared her ‘high’ 2,174-calorie full day of eating just three weeks before stepping onstage.
Chapados enters the Arnold Classic as a massive favorite, having claimed gold in 2022, 2023, and 2024. She also won the Bikini Olympia title in 2024, securing her spot in bodybuilding history. She never lost the Arnold Classic crown in competition; she opted not to compete at last year’s event to focus on her health.
At the 2025 Mr. Olympia, Chapados missed the mark and fell to sixth place. Looking ahead, the reigning Arnold Classic champ Vania Auguste won’t be competing, leaving room for Chapados to reclaim the title. However, the show is stacked with threats, including former three-time Ms. Bikini Olympia Ashley Kaltwasser, Ashlyn Little, and Aimee Delgado.
Lauralie Chapados’ Full Day of Eating in Prep for 2026 Arnold Classic
Find her meal breakdown from the video below:
Meal 1
- 40 g oats
- Cinnamon
- Stevia
- Pinch of salt
- 100 g frozen blueberries
- 125 g egg whites (half a cup)
- 1 whole egg
- Coffee (grande Americano with one added shot of regular espresso, decaf base)
- Water (part of her 5 liters daily)
During her first meal of the day, Chapados revealed that her weight was holding steady at 136.4 pounds.
“Just finished going to the gym. I did my check-in this morning, as regular, we are holding on to 136.4 at the moment. I tend to drop after a high, so we went on a high on Wednesday, I got a low one yesterday; I feel like I look the best after a second low day, but he said let’s do a high day today.”
Meal 2: Pre-Workout
- 4 oz Norwegian salmon
- 5 oz cooked jasmine rice
- 100 grams of vegetables
Her balanced pre-workout meal came around noon:
“This is meal number two, pre-workout. I am training at 12:30 today, which is a little bit later. We’ve been training at 12. Normally, I eat. I take my pre-workout and drive to the gym, it’s about 20 minutes. I’m going to do the same today.”
Meal 3: Post-Workout Shake
- 25 grams of protein powder (Evogen Peanut Butter Candy)
- 1 tbsp of almond butter
- 1 tbsp of honey
- 4 oz of banana
- Stevia
To refuel following training, Chapados stuck with a protein shake and a variety of supplements.
“Post-workout here. I have it with me. I’m going to bring this to the gym and fill it with ice whenever it’s ready. I have my pre-workout, which is one scoop of EVP 3D with ice, I got my water, and I just took my vitamins, omega 3s, vitamin C, B, and B complex.”
Meal 4: Dinner
- 5 oz of 93/7 ground beef
- 5 oz cooked jasmine rice
- 100 grams of vegetables
- Salt
- Crazy Jane Seasoning
- Chipotle Tabasco Sauce
Her next meal provided healthy fats, carbs, and protein.
“It’s now 5:00,” she shared. “I’m going to go to bed early and get ready for tomorrow. We’re doing it all over again. As a 30-year old day one, and also three weeks out from the Arnold.”
Meal 5
- 4 oz of chicken breast
- 5 oz of cooked jasmine rice
- 100 grams of salad
Winding down for the night, Chapados stressed using spices to make typical meals more palatable.
“Again, just playing with your spices and make meals that you love and that are delicious. I am going to rinse off, actually, before eating this,” she shared.
Total Daily Macros
- Calories: 2,174
- Protein: 169 grams
- Carbs: 224 grams
- Fats: 60 grams
Chapados is always open to training adjustments. As of late, she’s worked alongside ‘The Godfather of Bodybuilding,’ Charles Glass, who guided her through an intense back workout. During training, Glass gave her body positioning tips.
Chapados has a strong chance of becoming a four-time Arnold Classic titleholder. The 2026 Arnold Classic is set for March 5-8 in Columbus, Ohio.
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