You may or may not have heard of carb cycling to lose weight. Carb cycling was brought to light mainly via bodybuilders that are cutting for a competition as they often adopt a carb cycling approach to shed the pounds faster. Carbohydrates are a vital source of energy for the body and provide the body […]
Carbohydrate foods for training – Pre & post workout carbohydrates
When it comes to carbohydrate foods for training there is a complex sea of information out there relating to which ones are the best for pre-training, intra-training and post-training. There are in fact certain carbohydrates that enhance performance and help to speed up recovery but there is a stringent science behind it, it is not […]
What are the best foods to eat before a workout? Is whole wheat toast a good option?
Whole wheat toast may be a healthy choice at breakfast, lunch, or dinner, but if you’re planning a run or gym session soon thereafter? You may want to skip your healthy grain in favour of a banana or yogurt. Although it is typically best to consume complex, high-fibre carbohydrates (such as whole wheat bread, brown […]