sarah011 Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Hi there! I'm currently on Day 8 of my Whole30 (HOLLA TO MY NEW YEARS DAY STARTERS!) and so far finding everything good (worryingly!) Enjoying the benefits of strict, squeaky clean paleo.... However, although i have been training consistently over the holidays, this week i re-start training with the rowing squad. Training is pretty intense... Monday AM - 1 hr full body weights (squats, cleans, T-bar, step ups etc) Monday PM - 3 x 20mins ergo Tuesday AM - 1 hr weights with S&C coach (normally squats / deadlifts / cleans OR bench) Tuesday PM - 1hr crosstrain and core (stationary bike / run / another ergo) Wednesday AM - 1.25 hr circuits Wednesday PM - 1 water session (lasting 2 - 2.5 hours) Thursday AM - 1 hr full body weights (bench, split squats, supine rows.. etc) Thursday PM - 30minute ergo Friday AM - 2 hour water session Friday PM - 1hr crosstrain and core (stationary bike / run / another ergo) Saturday AM - 2 hour water session (optional: Saturday PM - another 1 hour water session) yeaaaaah. I basically wanted to get a bit of advice. I have some weight to shift, in the region of about 20-25lbs, so i wanted to see what people thought was the idea for fuelling this amount of exercise. I know for the steady state stuff, keep a moderate carb intake with my meals should be sufficient, but what about the long ergos? (pieces on the rowing machine) If i am looking to refuel after every single session AS WELL as my normal meals... well, i don't know if i can eat that much food! As i mentioned, my main goal for this year is to slim down back to a weight where i am comfortable, can perform and my confidence is restored, however i don't want my performance to suffer as a result. Any input would be extremely appreciated! Sarah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted January 8, 2014 Moderators Share Posted January 8, 2014 That is a lot of training and every session demanding enough to call for a post-workout meal to support recovery. You might skip pre-workout meals, but you really will need five meals per day to adequately fuel performance. And if you need to lose 20-25 pounds, you will lose weight while eating five meals per day. Honestly. You could slow or stop fat loss by under-eating for your activity level and slowing your metabolism. Don't do it. Trust the process and follow the meal template: http://whole9life.com/book/ISWF-Meal-Planning-Template.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah011 Posted January 8, 2014 Author Share Posted January 8, 2014 OK, thanks Tom! I'm off to buy more sweet potatoes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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