moderate carbs instead….
Well, I was trying to do about 20-25% carbs in my macro… but even though people said to just get through 1 week… I just wasn’t having it. I got through 1 week and felt terrible. I have increased my carbs to 30-45%, varies based on workout days, rest days, weekend, etc. And it’s made a HUGE difference in my energy levels.
My biggest reason for the macro change was because I felt I was completely unsuccessful with my 12 week fat cutting phase based on photos. I will try to re-evaluate myself and my plans each month now to try to prevent that disappointment again.
Also, I want to master a lifestyle of year round lean bulking to see how I do at small slow gains. I am finding other issues with my new diet changes. Sorry to say that digestive issues have been the biggest challenge. Specifically constipation and gas. A very uncomfortable and annoying issues to have. I am chating the the forum for more direction. I think the extra whey protein shakes are the main issue and need to see if I can solve it while still taking large amounts of Whey protein, or if I need to use a more expensive blend, or more protein from foods.
The supplements are very handy while easily controlling carb intake, fat, salt, and cholesterol intakes… vs food. So I would like to solve the supplement issue if possible.
I have started a new mix for my 2-on, 1-off, 2-on, 2-off workout split. I will get into that in another post.
