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Fat or Carbs???
March 7, 2008
So which one do think is a bigger diet pit-fall? Fat, or Carbs? Before you make your decision, let me share with you, some of the facts. Fat contains 9 calories per gram Carbs contain 4 calories per gram So right out of the gate, carbs start to look like a better choice. I know that many people have it drilled into their thought process that fats should be avoided at all cost. Carbohydrates, in my opinion are the biggest factor in a succesful diet. I am not a "low carb" or "no carb" advocate, but feel that they have to be "timed" perfectly, if a nutrition plan is to be succesful. Carbs elevate our blood sugar, in turn causing an elevated level of insulin to be produced in the body. Insulin is a very powerful anabolic hormone within our bodies, but it's job isn't to build muscle, it helps our body store fat. To achieve a lean physique, it's important that we keep our blood sugar/insulin levels at a steady level. To do this we must limit the carbohydrate intake at times of rest. ie: only eat carbs after you have been training intensely. Fat on the other hand has gotten a bad rap. Yes it is very high in calories, so we have to eat smaller quantities. But if we completely limit our bodies dietary intake of fats, the body will do it's best to "hang on" to our fat stores. Small amounts of fat in the nutrition plan, are very necessary for success. So, what are you haveing for lunch? !!!NOTICE TO ALL BOOT CAMPERS!!! Due to the lack of attendance on Mondays and Wednesdays we have adjusted the boot camp shedule. Please visit the boot camp page on our site for the updated schedule. Mondays- 9:00am, 12:00 noon Wednesday- 9:00am, 5:30 pm Don't forget to tell your friends if you are enjoying the great results you're getting in boot camp. If your friend joins up, tell them to mention your name when they purchase and you get a discount on your next purchase. Stay Strong Paulv
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