Noah

what is the best way to load protein and carbs
is it more effective to have a full meal of protein and or carbs than a mix?

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DJSTARER

well, in a perfect world (not to say you should do this), it is best to consume your protein with a simple carbohydrate. This would produce optimal growth. The problem with this method is it's tendency to add fat to your body. Simple carbs cause the greatest absorbtion of protein and anabolic stimulants.

To answer your question in a useful fashion, carbs and protein should be eaten together, and the carbs should be complex. Some will use simple carbohydrates after cardio and a workout, while a mix might be acceptable for breakfast.

From the DC methodology (IMO, worth something), you should eat the protein before the carbs. It (supposedly) slows down the digestion of the carbs and increases the proteins digestability. The theory is that carbs and protein have countering digestive enzymes.... but clearly, since people mix them all the time, there can't be much of a problem.

Summary: eat complex carbs and protein in every meal.
^ gives gas



and Don't forget your multi

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Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass

PGA Professional of America


Current Stats:
474 Squat
601 Deadlift
320 Bench


Goals for next training cycle:

500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

Noah

speaking of multi
would you recomend animial pac?

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DJSTARER

yes. It is solid. Just look at the lable, and compare it to other more expensive and less expensive brands. Cost doesn't equal quality, but it's a good well to get a feel.


Personally, I take GNC's Megaman

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My philosophies on training:

"Extreme training yields extreme results"

"Just because you can, does not mean you should"

"The best program is the one you are not doing"





Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass

PGA Professional of America


Current Stats:
474 Squat
601 Deadlift
320 Bench


Goals for next training cycle:

500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

Noah

howmuch would that cost around?
money is kinda tight right now

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DJohnson

If money is tight you don't want Animal Pac.

I use NOW's Adam multi.

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Dec, 2006: 168lbs @ 5.5% - 7 Point Caliper Tested
BULKING FOR A LONG TIME NOW
Long Term Goal: Over 200lbs @ 8%

powerman2000

:werd: lol

That's what I use.

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