I have been on a beer kick lately where a couple nights a week I will drink 2-4 beers, nothing crazy. My question is even if I allow myself to fit the beer/alcohol into my macros how much of a possible negative effect will this have on my training ? I was hoping some of the more experienced posters on here could give me an education on the subject.
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Thread: Effects of Alcohol even IIFIYM
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01-05-2012, 02:19 PM #1Registered User
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Effects of Alcohol even IIFIYM
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01-05-2012, 02:46 PM #2Registered User
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You'll be just fine. Read Martin Berkhan and Alan Aragon's articles about alcohol.
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01-05-2012, 02:51 PM #3Eat Yolks, Get Yolked
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link to alan's article?
beer is just cho, pro, and alch.
account for the cho if anything. beers can range from as little as 3g cho to 20g cho or more per beer. most only contain 1-2g pro.
BRB, natty after naty after natty after natty with only 4g cho per[IIFYM]
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01-05-2012, 02:58 PM #4Fulk of peace
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LinkedOriginally Posted by Kirra
http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_...e_to_alcohol_1
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repsOriginally Posted by FunkymonkAW
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01-05-2012, 03:43 PM #6Registered User
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Make sure to stay hydrated OP
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01-05-2012, 03:46 PM #7Centre
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[QUOTE=wheelerx50;808848001]Make sure to stay hydrated OP[/QUOTE
And safe, dont forget to stay safe
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01-05-2012, 03:55 PM #8Super Spreader
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I find it much harder to squat when drunk. I have learned over the years to wait until after working out to drink. Also I won't drink at night if I'm going to workout the next AM, as it can effect my strength.
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01-05-2012, 04:08 PM #9Bulking
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If you're only having 2-4 beers then fit them in your macros for the day, it shouldn't have a negative effect on your training. If you plan on getting sh!tfaced then follows Martin's alcohol guide i.e. only eat protein and veggies for the day.
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01-05-2012, 04:13 PM #10NOW HAS A LOG!!!!
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You're moderating your intake, so it's fine.
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01-05-2012, 05:26 PM #11Registered User
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First, drink responsibly and legally.
Second, I've found my performance in the gym to improve without alcohol in my diet. In addition, my body composition is changing (greater lean body mass). I also can eat more food, which is always great. Lastly, I sleep better and feel more rested without drinks. Just one personal case study I can reference.
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01-06-2012, 05:36 PM #12Registered User
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Thanks guys
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