Carbohydrates have a bad reputation according to most people these days. While they won’t make your dog bite you, often people totally miss the boat and don’t have carbs when they are absolutely crucial.
As Ryan Irwin explains in the video below, carbohydrates after workouts are critical for glycogen replenishment (which refuels you for your next training session). This not only helps with performance, but also enhances recovery. In addition to carbs, a high-quality protein should be used post workout as well, which is better utilized when combined with a carb.
If one is concerned about fat loss, then cutting down carbs at other times of the day is appropriate, but as is shown when we work with our many clients in meal planning/nutrition coaching, this varies greatly per the individual.
Make sure after your next workout, get a fast absorbing high quality carbohydrate (we recommend 1st Phorm Ignition or Primaforce Carb Slam) and a good protein source (like whey).
For these and other great carbohydrate and other supplement options, come visit either Nutri-Sport location to help get you by in a pinch next time!
For information on personal training or coaching, email: ryan@nutrisportFPT.com
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