What will be different is the absolute amount of protein required. Men will usually require more protein then women because they have more lean body mass. Other then hat, the diets are the same. Can pregnant women follow your plan if they are in already excellent health. And the reason is because the only way to lose excess body fat is to lower insulin.
Exercise lowers insulin.
Eating a diet rich in carbohydrates raises insulin. So by following a diet that keeps insulin in a tight zone coupled with exercise is a sure fire prescription to lose excess body fat. They are if they have the right composition of protein and carbohydrate, but most sports bars are glorified candy bars that don't taste very good. And because they are so rich in carbohydrates, they will actually impair your performance. I recommend that about 30 to 45 minutes prior to a workout or an event to eat a small snack of no more then 100 calories containing about 7 grams of protein and 10 grams of carbohydrate.