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2552: Why You Don’t Need Carbs After a Workout by Christian Finn of Muscle Evo on Exercise Nutrition
Manage episode 416719806 series 2512490
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Episode 2552:
Christian Finn debunks the common belief that consuming carbohydrates post-workout is essential for muscle growth. Finn argues that unless you’re an athlete doing multiple daily workouts, the timing of carbohydrate intake does not significantly impact muscle recovery or growth. This enlightening episode delves into the science behind post-exercise nutrition and offers practical advice for everyday fitness enthusiasts.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://muscleevo.net/carbs-after-workout/
Quotes to ponder:
"You don’t need carbs after a workout to build muscle."
"In one study, taking 50 grams of carbohydrate with 25 grams of whey protein after exercise failed to stimulate muscle protein synthesis or inhibit protein breakdown to a greater extent than 25 grams of protein alone."
"The combination of fat and protein has a number of interesting benefits in the muscle-building department."
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2601 episodes
2552: Why You Don’t Need Carbs After a Workout by Christian Finn of Muscle Evo on Exercise Nutrition
Manage episode 416719806 series 2512490
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 2552:
Christian Finn debunks the common belief that consuming carbohydrates post-workout is essential for muscle growth. Finn argues that unless you’re an athlete doing multiple daily workouts, the timing of carbohydrate intake does not significantly impact muscle recovery or growth. This enlightening episode delves into the science behind post-exercise nutrition and offers practical advice for everyday fitness enthusiasts.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://muscleevo.net/carbs-after-workout/
Quotes to ponder:
"You don’t need carbs after a workout to build muscle."
"In one study, taking 50 grams of carbohydrate with 25 grams of whey protein after exercise failed to stimulate muscle protein synthesis or inhibit protein breakdown to a greater extent than 25 grams of protein alone."
"The combination of fat and protein has a number of interesting benefits in the muscle-building department."
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2601 episodes
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