The three primary macronutrients are protein, carbohydrates or carbs, and dietary fat. They are termed "macronutrient" because the need for them is greatest when compared to other nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. All three of them are controversial for … [Read more...]
Do Low Carbohydrate Diet Help or Hinder Muscle and Strength Gains? by Jerry Brainum 4/22
The debate continues about whether consuming a low carbohydrate diet will hinder muscle and strength gains. Much of the research that shows the importance of carbohydrates for exercise are based on studies that have involved endurance athletes. This is important because endurance … [Read more...]
Carbohydrate Drinks and Anabolic Hormones during Training by Jerry Brainum
A common sight in many gyms are people walking around with water bottles that clearly aren't water. They tend to sip from these bottles throughout the workout. The contents of these bottles differ and can vary from amino acid concoctions to nutrient drinks ostensibly promoted … [Read more...]
Glycogen: Premium fuel for exercise and sports by Jerry Brainum
The primary focus of bodybuilding nutrition is on protein. This makes sense since protein is related to increased muscular size and strength. The main controversies about protein are precisely how much to ingest to promote maximal muscular growth and whether or not large amounts of … [Read more...]
Will Carbohydrates Help You Train Harder? by Jerry Brainum
In recent issues of Applied Metabolics, I've discussed the results of research findings that provide more practical information on precisely which and how much of certain nutrients are required to help develop additional lean mass and strength. While individual nutritional … [Read more...]