Sample Weekly Plans / Male / Child

👦 Male, Child (6–11)

Assumes a normal, healthy male around age 9, 133 cm and 29 kg (BMI 16.4), active play / sports (typical for age). A full week of meals and movement, sized to a 1,800 kcal/day target.

133 cm
Height
29 kg
Weight
16.4
BMI
1,150 kcal
BMR
1,780 kcal
TDEE
1,800 kcal
Daily target
34 g
Protein
290 g
Carbs
56 g
Fat
17 g
Fiber
1.7 L
Water
The week in numbers

Energy, macros, and micronutrients

Daily energy balance

Calories eaten vs. burned in planned exercise, each day
05001,0001,5002,0002,500MonTueWedThuFriSatSuntarget 1,800 kcal
Intake (kcal)Exercise burn (kcal)Daily target

Macro split

Share of daily calories by macronutrient
1,800kcal / day
Protein 34 g · 8%Carbs 290 g · 64%Fat 56 g · 28%

Micronutrient coverage

Weekly average vs. recommended intake for this group
100% of RDACalcium96%Iron112%Potassium101%Vitamin D88%Vitamin C130%Vitamin B12124%Magnesium93%Zinc106%
Week at a glance

Seven days, planned end to end

Calories per meal, daily totals, and the movement that pairs with them.

DayBreakfastLunchSnackDinner IntakeExerciseBurn
Monday 430 510 170 670 1,780 kcal Soccer practice with friends · 60 min −200 kcal
Tuesday 380 540 200 700 1,820 kcal Family bike ride around the neighborhood · 45 min −130 kcal
Wednesday 420 530 165 680 1,795 kcal Playground games — tag, climbing, monkey bars · 60 min −145 kcal
Thursday 400 520 190 700 1,810 kcal Swimming lesson plus free splash time · 45 min −130 kcal
Friday 450 480 150 690 1,770 kcal Easy family walk and light stretching · 30 min −45 kcal
Saturday 460 560 180 650 1,850 kcal Basketball at the park and playground time · 75 min −235 kcal
Sunday 410 470 190 715 1,785 kcal Nature walk and backyard catch · 60 min −115 kcal
Day by day

Every meal, with full macros

Open a day to see the foods, portions by calories, and the exercise that completes it.

Monday Steady breakfast carbs and a familiar comfort-food lunch fuel an active school day capped by soccer. 1,780 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Oatmeal with banana slices and a spoonful of peanut butter; low-fat milk 430 10 66 14
Lunch Grilled cheese on whole wheat, tomato soup, apple slices 510 11 71 19
Snack Apple-cinnamon rice cakes with a thin spread of cream cheese 170 3 26 5
Dinner Baked chicken tenders, corn on the cob, roasted green beans, small dinner roll 670 14 98 23
TotalFiber 16 g 1,78038 26161
Exercise: Soccer practice with friends 60 min · Moderate to vigorous ≈200 kcal burned Aerobic fitness + coordination
Tuesday Latin flavors make beans and avocado fun — an easy fiber win before an evening family bike ride. 1,820 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Whole-grain cereal with low-fat milk and sliced strawberries 380 9 71 6
Lunch Small chicken quesadilla with mild salsa, cucumber sticks, mango chunks 540 12 73 21
Snack Guacamole with baked tortilla chips 200 2 21 13
Dinner Soft bean-and-cheese tacos with lettuce and tomato, cilantro-lime rice; low-fat milk 700 14 106 24
TotalFiber 18 g 1,82037 27164
Exercise: Family bike ride around the neighborhood 45 min · Moderate ≈130 kcal burned Leg strength + balance
Wednesday An Asian-inspired day where colorful stir-fried vegetables ride along with a kid favorite, teriyaki salmon. 1,795 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Whole-wheat toast with almond butter and banana; low-fat milk 420 10 61 15
Lunch Vegetable chicken fried rice with edamame; an orange 530 11 83 16
Snack Rice crackers with a cheese wedge 165 3 25 6
Dinner Teriyaki salmon with steamed rice and stir-fried broccoli and carrots 680 12 106 21
TotalFiber 15 g 1,79536 27558
Exercise: Playground games — tag, climbing, monkey bars 60 min · Moderate ≈145 kcal burned Motor skills + upper-body strength
Thursday Mediterranean staples — yogurt, hummus, olive oil — keep energy smooth through an afternoon swim lesson. 1,810 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Greek yogurt parfait with honey, berries, and granola 400 9 67 11
Lunch Whole-wheat pita with hummus, turkey, and cucumber; grapes 520 11 78 17
Snack Apple slices with a small handful of almonds 190 3 21 11
Dinner Baked lemon chicken with orzo, roasted zucchini and cherry tomatoes; low-fat milk 700 14 104 22
TotalFiber 16 g 1,81037 27061
Exercise: Swimming lesson plus free splash time 45 min · Moderate ≈130 kcal burned Whole-body fitness + water confidence
Friday Pizza night done at home — same fun, more vegetables — lands on the week's lighter recovery day. 1,770 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Banana-oat pancakes with a little maple syrup; low-fat milk 450 10 77 11
Lunch Ham and cheese roll-ups, whole-grain crackers, cherry tomatoes, a peach 480 11 67 17
Snack Air-popped popcorn and a clementine 150 3 27 4
Dinner Homemade veggie pizza with peppers and mushrooms, side salad; low-fat milk 690 13 99 24
TotalFiber 17 g 1,77037 27056
Exercise: Easy family walk and light stretching 30 min · Light ≈45 kcal burned Recovery + flexibility
Saturday A South Asian day — dal and roti deliver the week's biggest fiber boost to fuel the longest play session. 1,850 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Whole-wheat vegetable paratha with plain yogurt; mango slices 460 9 71 15
Lunch Mild chicken curry with basmati rice and cucumber raita 560 13 85 18
Snack Small mango lassi 180 4 32 4
Dinner Lentil dal with rice, whole-wheat roti, and sautéed spinach 650 13 111 14
TotalFiber 19 g 1,85039 29951
Exercise: Basketball at the park and playground time 75 min · Moderate to vigorous ≈235 kcal burned Agility + aerobic endurance
Sunday A slower family day with a warming stew and easy outdoor play before the school week starts again. 1,785 kcal
MealFoodskcal Protein gCarbs gFat g
Breakfast Veggie omelet with whole-wheat toast; fresh orange juice 410 11 54 15
Lunch Chicken noodle soup with a whole-grain roll; a pear 470 10 76 12
Snack Banana-yogurt smoothie 190 5 36 3
Dinner Beef and vegetable stew with mashed potatoes; low-fat milk 715 12 102 26
TotalFiber 15 g 1,78538 26856
Exercise: Nature walk and backyard catch 60 min · Light to moderate ≈115 kcal burned Active recovery + throwing skills
Physiological parameters

What this plan moves, and why

Typical healthy values for this group, and the direction consistent nutrition + exercise nudges them. The app tracks 200+ parameters like these.

ParameterTypical healthy rangeExpected changeWhy
Growth & bone development Steady height gain of about 5–6 cm per year at this age On-track growth with strong bone mineralization Adequate calcium, vitamin D, and protein plus running and jumping play
Motor skills & coordination Refining balance, throwing, catching, and climbing skills Noticeably smoother, more confident movement over 8–12 weeks Varied play — ball sports, swimming, playground climbing
Aerobic fitness Can sustain 20–30 minutes of continuous active play Longer play stamina and quicker recovery between games 45–75 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous play most days
Healthy weight trajectory (BMI-for-age) BMI around 16.4 sits mid-range on the healthy percentile band Continues growing along the same healthy percentile curve Energy intake matched to growth and daily activity — no dieting
Muscular strength & posture Bodyweight play builds age-appropriate strength Better climbing, jumping, and sitting posture in 6–10 weeks Monkey bars, swimming, and ball games load muscles naturally
Sleep duration & quality 9–12 hours per night recommended for ages 6–12 Faster sleep onset and fewer night wakings Daytime outdoor activity and a consistent meal rhythm
Focus & mood Attention dips when meals are skipped or sugary Steadier attention and mood through the school day Regular meals combining protein, fiber, and slow carbohydrates
Digestive regularity Comfortable, regular digestion More regular with less constipation within 1–2 weeks 15–19 g of daily fiber plus water and active play
Physiological changes

What a consistent week does for the body

🥗 From the nutrition plan

  • Balanced calories support steady growth along the same healthy percentile curve — fuel matched to play, never dieting.
  • About 1300 mg of daily calcium plus vitamin D from milk, yogurt, and salmon builds bone density during prime growth years.
  • Regular meals combining protein, fiber, and slow carbs steady blood sugar, which shows up as better classroom focus and mood.
  • 15–19 g of daily fiber from fruit, beans, and whole grains keeps digestion comfortable and regular.
  • Keeping added sugar under 45 g a day protects developing teeth and trains taste preferences toward real food.

🏃 From the exercise plan

  • At least 60 minutes of daily play strengthens the heart and steadily lengthens play stamina.
  • Jumping, climbing, and running load growing bones exactly when they respond best, building lifelong bone strength.
  • Varied movement — swimming, ball sports, biking — develops balance, coordination, and throwing skills during the prime motor-learning window.
  • Active days bring faster sleep onset and deeper sleep, the hours when growth hormone does its main work.
  • Playing with family and friends builds the lasting habit that active time is fun, not a chore.

For children 6–11 the goal is growth, not weight control: offer regular balanced meals, let appetite guide portion size, and aim for at least 60 minutes of fun, active play every day. Milk with meals and water in between covers hydration and bone-building calcium.

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