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Carb Cycling for Body Comp and Performance
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Carb cycling has been floating around the fitness world for decades. Some people treat it like a magic trick. The truth, as usual, is somewhere in the middle. In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sat down with Jon Heck to talk through how carb cycling actually works in the real world, not as a diet gimmick, but as a practical tool for performance, recovery, and body composition when it’s applied correctly. We dig into timing, hydration, electrolytes, and why structure matters more than most people realize when it comes to how you use carbohydrates across the week. If you’ve ever wondered whether carb cycling is worth your time or how to do it without turning your nutrition into a second job, this one will clear it up. Carb Cycling << iTunes Episode Chapters:
Check out the YouTube link below if you prefer to watch the podcast. Carb Cycling << YouTube Much love, _____________________ Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health. .. |
Dr Mike T Nelson
Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below
Carb cycling has been floating around the fitness world for decades. Some people treat it like a magic trick.Others think it’s unnecessary complexity. The truth, as usual, is somewhere in the middle. In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sat down with Jon Heck to talk through how carb cycling actually works in the real world, not as a diet gimmick, but as a practical tool for performance, recovery, and body composition when it’s applied correctly. We dig into timing, hydration,...
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