Using carbohydrate supplement for the first time

[Scorpion77]

So, any recomendations? Should i use it only after workout?

I was thinking about buying the ON Pro Gainer. Yes\no? Any other ideas?

Thanks.

[mtpaquette]

What supplement did you buy, and what was your purpose of making the purchase?

[The Solution]

So, any recomendations? Should i use it only after workout?

I was thinking about buying the ON Pro Gainer. Yes\no? Any other ideas?

Thanks.

You would be better eating more food than the gainer
Cheaper and much more nutrient dense

If you bought a carb powder it may benefit endurance athletes for long bouts if activity dosed peri/intra workout

[Scorpion77]

What supplement did you buy, and what was your purpose of making the purchase?

Didnt buy any, I was asking because I need to put some mass on and wanted some opinions.

[mtpaquette]

Just eat some oats instead. That'd be a waste of money IMO.

[gbullock32]

Didnt buy any, I was asking because I need to put some mass on and wanted some opinions.

Go for some extra food then, cereal is great for carbs if that is all you want, or peanut butter, ice cream, eggs, milk, steak... any foods you like.

[Scorpion77]

Just eat some oats instead. That'd be a waste of money IMO.

I have oats, but i take them before training and in the morning, since they are complex carbs.

So you guys all for 2 bananas and a scoop of regular whey?

[cumminslifter]

I have oats, but i take them before training and in the morning, since they are complex carbs.

So you guys all for 2 bananas and a scoop of regular whey?

wha?

[Scorpion77]

wha?

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Eating 2 bananas mixed with a scoop of whey.

What the hell do you guys eat after training then?

[cumminslifter]

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Eating 2 bananas mixed with a scoop of whey.

What the hell do you guys eat after training then?

whatever we are in the mood for most likely. I usually hit up a buffet

[ManOfStatureCOM]

Dude, enjoy your carbs by eating FOOD, carbs are the funnest type of food to eat.

I'm huge on supplements but Carb supps are a total waste of time IMHO. That being said, if you're going to take one look for the one with the best taste recommendations or for the lower price per serving because 50 grams from one carb supp aint gonna do nothing different that 50 grams of carbs from another. I wish you the best fam.

[The Solution]

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Eating 2 bananas mixed with a scoop of whey.

What the hell do you guys eat after training then?

potatoes, cereal, granola, rice, sweet potatoes, bagels+pb + Banana's

eat what you want to hit your calories for the day.

[MPennacchia]

So, any recomendations? Should i use it only after workout?

I was thinking about buying the ON Pro Gainer. Yes\no? Any other ideas?

Thanks.

I've used Karbolyn for pre workout and post workout. It is good, it gives your body carbohydrates to use for energy and recovery. I've used carbogain to get in carbs post workout with my protein shakes.



You asked for supps, I answered.

[Chunkx]

I like carb supps just because I get them cheap. They (simple carbs) give me a more pronounced pump in the gym. Food would be better, but this way is more convenient imo

[gbnpc]

I've used Karbolyn for pre workout and post workout. It is good, it gives your body carbohydrates to use for energy and recovery. I've used carbogain to get in carbs post workout with my protein shakes.



You asked for supps, I answered.

Thanks for the Karbolyn shout! I use it pre & post as well for the convenience and taste. If you still like to use it, you may want to check out the 3 new flavors recently released: Cherry limeade, blue razz watermelon, & kiwi strawberry.

[Scorpion77]

Thanks for the replies.

Ill check Karbolyn.

[RaginAzN]

You do not need fancy carbs after working out as what is more important is that you make sure you get your daily macros in sometime during the day. Also doubtful you'll notice any different with a powdered carb product after working out instead of eating a balanced meal.

[The Solution]

You do not need fancy carbs after working out as what is more important is that you make sure you get your daily macros in sometime during the day. Also doubtful you'll notice any different with a powdered carb product after working out instead of eating a balanced meal.

not to mention far cheaper than buying a carb powder too.

[Misctake7]

Either using while food or a carb powder works. If whole foods, you can eat it anytime you want. If carb powder, I'd recommend drinking during your workouts.

Big fan of Gaspari Sizeon. Not only carbs, but also BCAAs, protein, and creatine. Tastes great, helps with endurance and keeps my looking full/longer pumps while working out.

[TheUntouchable]

I use Karbolic unflavored. I like their ingredients and it tastes great

[gbullock32]

I use Karbolic unflavored. I like their ingredients and it tastes great

Huh?...

[DasBiceps]

whatever we are in the mood for most likely. I usually hit up a buffet

This. I don't really worry about supplements after my workout. I just want to eat, and if i need help reaching protein macro's and short on time i will have a shake

[DasBiceps]

Huh?...

MMMMMMMmmmmm The taste of unflavored

[XCriticalBenchX]

I prefer carb supplements pre-workout for fullness..

Mike

[kardoxo]

You can take your carb supplement pre or intra workout, whatever you prefer. If you want some extra energy and you feel a little bit tired during your workout then take it intra. If you want more fullness and a better pump, take it pre workout.

[XCriticalBenchX]

You can take your carb supplement pre or intra workout, whatever you prefer. If you want some extra energy and you feel a little bit tired during your workout then take it intra. If you want more fullness and a better pump, take it pre workout.

Yup.. thats how I do it.. pre-workout for better pumps!

Mike

[mdritter]

I've used karbolyn, carb max, Carbo plus, along work my pre workout... But that's about as far as I go for that kind of product... As far as what I eat post workout it varies... Sometimes buffet, sometimes shake, eggs with potatoes, a few pb/banana sandwiches... Depends on what I'm in mood for.. There is nothing factual that says I have to eat within an hour of my workout or all my gains are lost..

[XCriticalBenchX]

I've used karbolyn, carb max, Carbo plus, along work my pre workout... But that's about as far as I go for that kind of product... As far as what I eat post workout it varies... Sometimes buffet, sometimes shake, eggs with potatoes, a few pb/banana sandwiches... Depends on what I'm in mood for.. There is nothing factual that says I have to eat within an hour of my workout or all my gains are lost..

Buffet post workout???? How often you doin that haha

[cumminslifter]

Buffet post workout???? How often you doin that haha

i do it 1-4 times a week.

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