Thread: off days?

Originally Posted by r0dxx

Im bulking right now and doing 3100 cal/day...I usually do a 35-40% range of carbs so around 260-290 on workout days. But I'm wondering is it detrimental to do 200g carbs, on non workout days, and up the protein/fats? Or should I do just as many carbs?

Also can I lower the calories on off days, or should I keep them the same?

I think you are overthinking things. It probably won't make too much of a difference either way. It's still all about total caloric intake on those days that you would shift more calories in the direction of protein and fats. Granted, protein has a much higher thermic effect than the other macronutrients, but overall that won't make a really significant difference.

In terms of making the calories lower on non-workout days, you certainly can. Lots of people do that, and it does make sense. I personally don't do that, partly because I try to workout every day, but I like to keep things simple. Just make sure the average daily intake is where you want it to be.

So does it make sense to do 3200-3300 cal on work out days? And 2700-2800 on off days?