more receptive, to prevent energy
highs and lows, and combining fast
carbs with slow carbs will also
allow for a sustained release of
energy.
For some people, eating large
amounts of carbs leaves them
feeling full or bloated. In this
situation, it is advisable to take in
supplements that don’t need as
much of a digesting process and
this will provide the glycogen into
the
muscles quicker.
If you use a good quality carb
powder that is easily absorbed, you
may tend to need an amount that is
twice that of protein.
FAT SUPPLEMENTATION
Fats are not something I would
usually recommend you supplement
in the off-season. If you are eating
a balanced diet where the ratio of
fats is around 10% of one’s total
calorie intake, then these
supplements may not be needed.
As a general rule of thumb,
fat intake is kept to a minimum,
especially when taking into
account that the ratio of fat calories
are almost twice the amount of
protein and carbs.
But when on a weight loss
programme, taking good fat oils,
like omega 3’s in supplement
form, can help to provide
the body with the fats it
needs whilst on a low-fat
food diet. These fats also help
to insulate the body and provide
another source of energy when
needed.
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