Share info on POST workout carbs

JB
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10 Oct 2010 12:37 #52677 by JB

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I kinda like to run a poll on the issue.

Spoke to a guy who is well informed on supplements; said he takes 150g carbs post workout (and he is not a big guy!)

If our goal with post workout nutrtion remains static on recovery, it migt be interesting to see other variables from the members.

Put down the following (and add what you think might be relevant):

Weight: 97kg
Carbs: 48g
Source: Post workout sup - MHP Dark Matter

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Deadgoat
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10 Oct 2010 19:17 #52694 by Deadgoat

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Weight: 85kg
Carbs: 60g
Source: Dextrose with 5g of Creatine Mono

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Tippster
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10 Oct 2010 21:06 #52702 by Tippster

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Weight: 106kg
Carbs: 35g when dieting and 105g otherwise
Source: 50%dextrose:50%wms
Added: 8g creatine mono + 1g ascorbic acid/400iu Vit E + flavour

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vega5
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10 Oct 2010 21:19 #52705 by vega5

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Weight: 102kg
Carbs: 20g-40g Depends on how I feel
Source: WMS
Added: 5g glutamine

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N3rd
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10 Oct 2010 21:29 #52706 by N3rd

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Weight: 80kg
Carbs: 50g
Source: Maltodextrin (Evox 5Xl Muscle Meal)
Added: 6g Glutamine, 3g BCAA

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milktuds
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10 Oct 2010 21:38 #52707 by milktuds

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Weight: 79kg
Carbs: 43g
Source: Vitargo
Added: 5g Glutamine, 5g BCAA

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Empire
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11 Oct 2010 05:17 #52708 by Empire

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guys that are using WMS post work out, change it over to dextrose or vitargo,WMS doenst spike insulin,yes it may pas through the gut wall faster but has no effect on insulin levels therefore not shuttling nutrients to the muscles,use that as part of a meal replacement rather..

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vega5
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11 Oct 2010 06:20 #52726 by vega5

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I really don't feel too lekker when using Dextrose that's why I use wms. I feel that the energy is slightly more "stable".

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Empire
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11 Oct 2010 06:23 #52728 by Empire

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if you are having a solid pre work out meal,and then having the dextrose post work out you shouldnt really feel a slump in energy,but that being said each to their own...

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JB
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11 Oct 2010 07:31 #52741 by JB

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DJ,

I have a major drop in blood sugar about an hour after training. Included some carbs to my last meal of the day (also about an hour after taking the post workout sup).

Would you say my post workout carbs of 48g is too low?

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Deadgoat
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11 Oct 2010 07:54 #52752 by Deadgoat

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What happens if one trains in the evening close to bed time (within 2hrs lets say), should they still ingest simple carbs PWO?

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00pump
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11 Oct 2010 08:29 #52764 by 00pump

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Yes... As a simple carb will cause the necessary insulin spike you are looking for and help drive the glycogen from carbs and amino acids from your protein source to your muscles.

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Tippster
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11 Oct 2010 11:19 #52794 by Tippster

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vega5 wrote: I really don't feel too lekker when using Dextrose that's why I use wms. I feel that the energy is slightly more "stable".

I agree 100%.

I used to use only dextrose but I use dex/wms mix and I find it better and more drinkable than 100g of dex

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00pump
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11 Oct 2010 11:30 #52798 by 00pump

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The mix is a good idea, fast acting however the slow acting will help regain a better insulin level.

I have done tests on myself and can have my readings right up at 9! For a non diabetic that is high, and that was due to short acting simple carbs messing with readings. I normally use bread after a gym session, yes it can be argued it isn't the best measure, however 2 slices of toast / bread is exactly what I need with a shake of WMS

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kelevra
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11 Oct 2010 11:43 #52803 by kelevra

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A noob question...

Can honey be considered to be used with your PWO shake?

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Empire
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11 Oct 2010 11:46 #52808 by Empire

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yes it could kelevra.

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kelevra
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11 Oct 2010 11:59 #52812 by kelevra

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Thanks DJ,

what would be the ideal dose of honey to use with 5g creatine mono?

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Empire
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11 Oct 2010 12:36 #52818 by Empire

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depends on your macros for the day bud.

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Tippster
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11 Oct 2010 20:29 #52849 by Tippster

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DJ wrote: yes it could kelevra.

DJ, I fully trust your methods and im not questioning your knowledge but you often mention how fructose should not be used pwo and I think honey is high in fructose. I may be wrong though.

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Mr Moose
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11 Oct 2010 23:22 #52853 by Mr Moose

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Depends on diet at the time but:

>60g+ Vitargo
>10g BCAA
>8g Creatine mono
>8g Glutamine
>5g Taurine

And then isolate as my whey source.... Tried and tested many a carb and many a carb ratio and method and Vitargo takes the cake by a country mile!

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