There are few nicknames in British sport more fitting than The Beast — and few diets more aptly matched.
Former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall has revealed exactly what happened to his body when he went all-in on the carnivore diet — and the six staple foods that fuelled his transformation.
After 90 days of eating nothing but meat, eggs, and dairy, Hall revealed that he is in the best shape he’s been in for years.
Hall summed up his new approach in a post to his 5.4 million Instagram followers, revealing that the carnivore diet had led to him dropping 9kg (20lbs), leaving his weight at 165kg (363lbs). Not only that, but fans were left in awe at the fact Hall’s abs were visible – with people astounded by a 363lb man with a visible six-pack.
The Six Foods That Powered “The Beast”
During his 90-day carnivore challenge, Hall stuck to a simple, heavy-hitting menu built around six key foods:
- Red Meat
- Duck Eggs
- Black Pudding
- Bacon
- Chicken Wings
- Beef Liver
As well as meat, eggs, and dairy, Hall revealed he topped off his diet with a number supplements from his Beast Pharm range, including: “Hydro for hydration, Creatine for muscle mass and strength, EAA for extra muscle gains, Whey for extra protein during training, Big Z for sleep, Big Love for libido.”
It wasn’t just about cutting carbs — it was about rebuilding strength and focus.
The 37-year-old powerhouse — who famously deadlifted 500kg in 2016 — turned his latest challenge into a full-blown experiment: three months of steak for breakfast, steak for dinner, and little else.
At one point, Hall’s daily intake hit an eye-watering 7,904 calories, including over 700 grams of protein. In another video, he pushed it to nearly 9,800 calories across five meals — all meat, eggs, and dairy. On some days, it would be as high as 15,000.
“I don’t think I’ve lost muscle,” Hall said. “I think it’s just fat that’s come off me and I think, actually, that my strength has improved… I might put a bit of muscle on and lost fat. I think there’s definitely a place for it in people’s diets in terms of health.”
A Day On The Beast’s Plate
A typical “Beast” breakfast could fuel a rugby team: 200g of salmon, cottage cheese, blueberries, and a protein shake — around 675 calories before 9am.
From there, it only escalated. Two 500g steaks, three eggs, protein shakes and butter-laden extras formed the backbone of his plan. Even snacks were high-protein — Beast Biltong between sessions, bone broth before bed, and multiple whey shakes for recovery.
At the height of his experiment, Hall consumed almost 8,000 calories and 727 grams of protein per day, with barely a trace of carbs. He only began reintroducing small portions of potatoes and fruit later on to “support better digestion and gut health.”
The Results
Before starting, Hall weighed 167.9kg (370.1lbs) with 27.1% body fat. After 90 days, his DEXA scan showed 159kg (350.5lbs) and 19.9% body fat — a drop of nearly 9kg (20lbs) and over 7% less body fat.
Even more remarkably, he added half a kilo of lean muscle while maintaining his trademark strength.
“This is the strongest I’ve been in four years,” he said.
That strength now includes 100kg dumbbell shoulder presses, a 200kg bench for reps, squats at 260kg, and deadlifts up to 340kg.
The Science And The Red Flags
Not everyone is sold on the carnivore lifestyle. Hall’s long-time strength coach Phil Richards ran his bloodwork and flagged a few issues — elevated triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and ferritin levels — likely from the high red meat intake.
Richards described it as “a crowded expressway with too many cars,” but stressed the markers were “100% reversible.” His advice: introduce vitamin K, omega-3s, and vitamin C while cutting back on total food volume.
Medical experts have also warned that cutting out plant-based foods entirely can raise risks of heart disease and nutrient deficiencies. Harvard Health and other medical bodies also warn that high saturated fat and lack of plant-based nutrients can increase risks of heart disease, kidney stones, and even gout.
Liz Weinandy, a dietitian at Ohio State University, told Everyday Health: “We have multiple food groups for a reason. They each provide us with a range of nutrients.”
However, others like British cardiologist Dr Aseem Malhotra see less cause for alarm: “I tell my patients, ‘I don’t care how much red meat you eat.’ The evidence is only there for processed meat, not red meat.”
A Leaner Beast
After stepping away from Strongman and even the boxing ring, Hall admits he’d “fallen into a bit of a bad place” with food and motivation. But the carnivore reset seems to have reignited his fire.
“The carnivore diet is going really good actually. I lost six kilos in six weeks,” he told Mail Sport. “Inflammations have gone down, I’m eating as much food as I want in terms of meat and eggs, so yeah… so far so good!”
Three months later, the numbers — and his physique — back him up.
For Eddie Hall, the carnivore diet wasn’t about restriction. It was about control, power, and pushing his limits — even when the challenge came from the kitchen, not the gym.
Featured image credit: Instagram/EddieHallWSM
