Do I NEED Carbs Pre-Workout?

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In what situations should I take carbs pre-workout? There is no situation where you NEED pre-workout carbs, but there are some situations in which you could achieve greater gains and performance by utilizing them.  Most people will do fine without them 90% of the time.  Pre-training carbs can help or hinder your goals depending on […]

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Do I NEED Carbs Post-Workout?

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Post-training is your most insulin sensitive time of day and the time when your body can use carbs the most effectively.  To be the most anabolic, you have to have carbs post-training, so if hypertrophy is your goal, post-workout carbs are a must.  The function of post-workout carbohydrates: Replenish Glycogen Levels:  Muscle glycogen levels are […]

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Top 40 Muscle-Building Foods

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Protein 101 Those of you following any of my programs and / or striving to be a top bodybuilder or athlete will have a GREATLY increased demand for nutrients.  Especially protein. The protein choices listed here are to be rotated on a daily basis. Ideally, you are consuming 5-6 DIFFERENT sources of protein each day. […]

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