Post workout - CARBS VS NO CARBS

[snorkelman]

I simply take in my protein/carb shake postworkout because it does feel better for me after a hardcore session. What do you say about professional bodybuilders who constantly recommend taking in simple carbs PWO? Do you believe with the intensity in which they train, would warrant a need for these carbs? I know for me, JUST protein doesn't cut it. When I add the carbs in, it makes a world a difference. Just curious as to your thoughts on this ...

I certainly am not attempting to step on Alan's toes as he will no doubt respond, but he has made a comment in the past that seems relevant:

focus on the part at 2:50-3:05

[alan aragon]

I simply take in my protein/carb shake postworkout because it does feel better for me after a hardcore session. What do you say about professional bodybuilders who constantly recommend taking in simple carbs PWO? Do you believe with the intensity in which they train, would warrant a need for these carbs? I know for me, JUST protein doesn't cut it. When I add the carbs in, it makes a world a difference. Just curious as to your thoughts on this ...

Ronnie Coleman has steak & potatoes or chicken & rice after he trains. So much for citing the pros' simple carb slammage postW. Your postworkout protein/carb shake makes you feel good, well that's fantastic. I high-five the cute receptionist on the way out of the gym. Everyone has their own postworkout preference. Ultimately it doesn't fcking matter as long as you nail your targeted macronutrients by the end of the day.

[ko300zx]

I high-five the cute receptionist on the way out of the gym.

He was probably like..."OMG did you see that, Alan Aragon gave me a high-five!"





(OMG not srs)

[alan aragon]

lmfao

[snorkelman]

, he was probably like..."omg did you see that, alan aragon gave me a high-five!"

lmao!!

[MediumJohn]

not eating after a workout is stupid, plain and simple. And all that pre-workout and digestion rate stuff... plop. Besides that, you need to be fuelling every 2-3 hours anyway, so unless your workouts are 10 minutes long you're probably going to be eating something not long after your workout. Your body's just done all that work and you're not going to reward it with even a scrap of food...? bleh

and as for alan's 'it doesn't ****ing matter as long as you hit your macronutrients for the day'... I can safely say that if you eat one 3,500kcal meal at 5am every day, you're doing it wrong, unless you're into sumo wrestling.

[snorkelman]

you need to be fuelling every 2-3 hours anyway,

MediumJohn, I suggest you look into the IF threads...you may be surprised.

[Magicians]

To my understanding, carbs after a good workout will help you get your energy level back out soon (faster recovery).

[alan aragon]

not eating after a workout is stupid, plain and simple. And all that pre-workout and digestion rate stuff... plop. Besides that, you need to be fuelling every 2-3 hours anyway, so unless your workouts are 10 minutes long you're probably going to be eating something not long after your workout. Your body's just done all that work and you're not going to reward it with even a scrap of food...? bleh

and as for alan's 'it doesn't ****ing matter as long as you hit your macronutrients for the day'... I can safely say that if you eat one 3,500kcal meal at 5am every day, you're doing it wrong, unless you're into sumo wrestling.

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[WonderPug]

Besides that, you need to be fuelling every 2-3 hours

This is wrong.

You need to feed continuous and that's why all hardcore pros use:




(Image credit to Snorkelman)

[kusok]

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[MikeK46]

I don't even eat post-workout when cutting. Lifting suppresses my appetite for a few hours anyway.

I have dinner 2-3 hours later and hit my macros for the day. During my last cut my pre-workout meal was my last meal of the day and I didn't lose muscle mass either.

Honestly, I only drink chocolate milk post-workout while bulking because its easy calories, tastes good and puts me in a good mood, and means I don't have to eat till my stomach hurts when I get home.

[ELugo]

Ronnie Coleman has steak & potatoes or chicken & rice after he trains. So much for citing the pros' simple carb slammage postW. Your postworkout protein/carb shake makes you feel good, well that's fantastic. I high-five the cute receptionist on the way out of the gym. Everyone has their own postworkout preference. Ultimately it doesn't fcking matter as long as you nail your targeted macronutrients by the end of the day.

I appreciate the smart ass response. Thanks again.

[SoftballNerd]

As for me....i take in about 40g of whey and 80g of dextrose along with a banana.... does the job perfectly for me

[SoftballNerd]

As for me....i take in about 40g of whey and 80g of dextrose along with a banana.... does the job perfectly for me

then about 90 minutes later....40g of whey and 1/2 cup of oatmeal...plus a fruit...

[AlwaysTryin]

then about 90 minutes later....40g of whey and 1/2 cup of oatmeal...plus a fruit...

each to their own

[jsalazar92]

3 out of 5 of my meals are 60g whey in water and 2 spoons of PB...

keeps me out of the kitchen ; )

[AlwaysTryin]

3 out of 5 of my meals are 60g whey in water and 2 spoons of PB...

keeps me out of the kitchen ; )

you get 180g of whey?

[SoftballNerd]

you get 180g of whey?

dont you know?...hes 370lb ripped

[ELugo]

dont you know?...hes 370lb ripped

The Incredible Hulk?

[belairdfence99]

It seems to me that only a fool would go out of his/her way to avoid eating a PWO meal if they have the opportunity to do so. I understand that some people can't eat directly after and blah blah but trying to be the anti-bro and not eat PWO just seems stupid.

[ko300zx]

It seems to me that only a fool would go out of his/her way to avoid eating a PWO meal if they have the opportunity to do so. I understand that some people can't eat directly after and blah blah but trying to be the anti-bro and not eat PWO just seems stupid.

I don't think anyone is intentionally going out of their way to not eat right after a workout to prove a point or be anti-bro, but the point being stressed is you don't have to go out of your way TO have one right after so many just don't. You can if you want, you can wait a while, you can pound a cheeseburger while you workout if it makes you feel better, but neither will have any noticeable benefit over the other. Simply do whatever floats your boat.

[Simmo0508]

you can pound a cheeseburger while you workout if it makes you feel better, but neither will have any noticeable benefit over the other.

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Yeah dude, the gym is flooded with guys who are eating cheeseburgers mid workout. I just keep slipping on those greasy burger boxes around the squat rack all the time. It's so common. They're surely just as beneficial.

u train at planet ****gytime brah? them tour guides messed with ur head

[Cumulonimbus]

It seems to me that only a fool would go out of his/her way to avoid eating a PWO meal if they have the opportunity to do so. I understand that some people can't eat directly after and blah blah but trying to be the anti-bro and not eat PWO just seems stupid.

We're not telling people to avoid post workout meals, we're saying that it doesn't fukcing matter when you eat, just as long as you meet your requirements. If you somehow can't get your post workout meal within an hour after training, there is no reason to stress over it. What ever is convenient for you is the bottom line.

[ko300zx]

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Yeah dude, the gym is flooded with guys who are eating cheeseburgers mid workout. I just keep slipping on those greasy burger boxes around the squat rack all the time. It's so common. They're surely just as beneficial.

u train at planet ****gytime brah? them tour guides messed with ur head

The sarcasm was well over your head. Anyone who thinks I was seriously suggesting eating a cheeseburger while working out, is obviously a little on the slow side.

Get back to the misc.

[ELugo]

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Yeah dude, the gym is flooded with guys who are eating cheeseburgers mid workout. I just keep slipping on those greasy burger boxes around the squat rack all the time. It's so common. They're surely just as beneficial.

u train at planet ****gytime brah? them tour guides messed with ur head

As long as the cheeseburger mid workout fits in your macros?!! Blah.

[Simmo0508]

As long as the cheeseburger mid workout fits in your macros?!! Blah.

lmao

[mcalex]

1) you are unaware of the must current non-acute research
2) citing your personal observations does not build a strong case

1.I am a AARR subsciber form zhe beginning so I think I know a thing or two
2.Didn't want to built one ...

[AllFapInsurance]

Normal post workout for me:

-1 scoop whey protein w/water


Post workout if training mma/mountain biking, long run/etc later in the day:

-1 scoop whey protein isolate w/water + honey
-dried mango or ripe banana
-possible electrolyte type drink





Eating post workout is very important if you are double dipping for the day, otherwise just stick with something you like. I like my protein shake with water afterwards normally because I'm dehydrated and it makes me feel better.

[DedicatedDad]

Besides that, you need to be fuelling every 2-3 hours anyway,

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