Carbohydrates Low or High?

Hogi Bear · 01-27-2002, 06:35 PM

To all of you bodybuiders out there what is best highg or low carbs. Im trying to lose some excess weight having not competed for a number of years Im trying to make a comeback to bodybuilding competition. I know it depends on what book you read. Atkins, Power Zone are all low carb high protein diets. Ive read positive and negative reviews of low carb high protrin diets. Anyone with any feedback woud be greatly appreciated bfore I test the waters. I guess I could just jump in and sink or swim but would like to hear from some of you from the trenches so to speak.
Also how much protein is to high?

w8lifter · 01-27-2002, 08:42 PM

Please put your questions in the appropriate forums.

Welcome to the site

mustangman · 01-28-2002, 06:08 PM

how about a nice balance 40/40/20 (protein/carb/fat)

that should be a good place to start.

and pick low glycemic carbs, brown rice, barley, whole wheat pasta, etc.

good luck!

w8lifter · 01-28-2002, 09:38 PM

What are you trying to do...I wouldn't go high carb if I was cutting and I wouldn't try to gain on a keto.

**gopro** · 01-30-2002, 08:10 AM

I highly believe in 1.5 to 2 grams of protein per lb of bodyweight for competitors, and, depending how close you are to a show, .5 to 1 gram of carbs per lb of bodyweight. This will keep you full and big, while helping to slash bodyfat.

Rob_NC · 01-30-2002, 08:33 AM

How the heck do you find time to consume that much protein not to mention paying for it? I'm having a tough time getting 1 gram per pound.

Tank316 · 01-30-2002, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by gopro
I highly believe in 1.5 to 2 grams of protein per lb of bodyweight for competitors, and, depending how close you are to a show, .5 to 1 gram of carbs per lb of bodyweight. This will keep you full and big, while helping to slash bodyfat.

ditto to what GP wrote.try to log your carb/pro/fat intake down.calculate things out to see how much of what you're really taking in

a food journal really helps.

**gopro** · 01-30-2002, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rob_NC
How the heck do you find time to consume that much protein not to mention paying for it? I'm having a tough time getting 1 gram per pound.

I eat or drink about 60 grams 7 times per day. I pay for it by avoiding rent by living outside in a large cardboard box.

Rob_NC · 01-30-2002, 01:58 PM

GoPro, how much of your protein comes from supplements? I try to eat as much poultry and fish as I can, but they're really inconvenient at your desk.

**gopro** · 01-30-2002, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rob_NC
GoPro, how much of your protein comes from supplements? I try to eat as much poultry and fish as I can, but they're really inconvenient at your desk.

At most times of the year I will eat 4 meals and drink 3. Before a show, I begin eating more and drinking less.

arbntmare · 01-31-2002, 02:17 AM

hmm yea i have the same problem.. i mean i try to drink two protein shakes a day and eat just mainly meat... but i don't htink i am getting the 200gram of protein i need a day.. but i could be totally wrong

srblan · 02-07-2002, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rob_NC
How the heck do you find time to consume that much protein not to mention paying for it? I'm having a tough time getting 1 gram per pound.

Meat, lots of meat, plus a whey protein supplement is helpful.

01-27-2002, 06:35 PM	#1
Hogi Bear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: I live in the chicago area Posts: 30	Carbohydrates Low or High? To all of you bodybuiders out there what is best highg or low carbs. Im trying to lose some excess weight having not competed for a number of years Im trying to make a comeback to bodybuilding competition. I know it depends on what book you read. Atkins, Power Zone are all low carb high protein diets. Ive read positive and negative reviews of low carb high protrin diets. Anyone with any feedback woud be greatly appreciated bfore I test the waters. I guess I could just jump in and sink or swim but would like to hear from some of you from the trenches so to speak. Also how much protein is to high?

01-30-2002, 08:10 AM	#5
gopro NGA/IFPA Pro Bodybuilder Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Ft. Lauderdale Florida Posts: 10,521	I highly believe in 1.5 to 2 grams of protein per lb of bodyweight for competitors, and, depending how close you are to a show, .5 to 1 gram of carbs per lb of bodyweight. This will keep you full and big, while helping to slash bodyfat.
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arbntmare StudentDentistTeethPuller Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Virginia Posts: 309	hmm yea i have the same problem.. i mean i try to drink two protein shakes a day and eat just mainly meat... but i don't htink i am getting the 200gram of protein i need a day.. but i could be totally wrong
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01-27-2002, 08:42 PM	#2
w8lifter Join Date: May 2001 Location: Around..... Posts: 14,964	Please put your questions in the appropriate forums. Welcome to the site

01-28-2002, 06:08 PM	#3
mustangman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: columbus, oh Posts: 42	how about a nice balance 40/40/20 (protein/carb/fat) that should be a good place to start. and pick low glycemic carbs, brown rice, barley, whole wheat pasta, etc. good luck!

01-28-2002, 09:38 PM	#4
w8lifter Join Date: May 2001 Location: Around..... Posts: 14,964	What are you trying to do...I wouldn't go high carb if I was cutting and I wouldn't try to gain on a keto.

01-30-2002, 08:33 AM	#6
Rob_NC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,179	How the heck do you find time to consume that much protein not to mention paying for it? I'm having a tough time getting 1 gram per pound.

01-30-2002, 01:58 PM	#9
Rob_NC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,179	GoPro, how much of your protein comes from supplements? I try to eat as much poultry and fish as I can, but they're really inconvenient at your desk.