DocGB1973 Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 Hi there, just finished day 10. Anyone know why I might be having such a hard time with exercise? I'm trying to stick with my pre W30 strength training and cardio program, and everything is harder and more painful. I am eating plenty of sweet potatoes and having a fruit daily, so I don't think it is carbohydrate depletion. I am drinking tons of water and getting plenty of salts, so I don't think it's dehydration or electrolytes. Any thoughts? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brewer5 Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 It could be that you are taking in way less calories, in general. It could be that your body is trying to heal & repair, and what you really need is more (extra) rest. It could be a matter of way less carbohydrates than your body is used to. Even though you feel like you are eating plenty. It could be that you are trying to do too much. How long are your workouts? How much cardio are we talking? When was the last time you took a week off? If you want to post a few days' worth of food, people are happy to offer suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkor Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 Would need to see comparison of before and during W30 food notes to give advice. Could be psychosomatic too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted November 20, 2014 Moderators Share Posted November 20, 2014 I felt like crap for the first two weeks of the Whole30 and all workouts were harder. Your body adjusts after awhile and suddenly you notice you are stronger and faster and can leap tall buildings. Wait for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinagain Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 I talked to my personal trainer about this just a few days ago. She admitted that, WITH caffeine, carbs, sugar (as in, pre-W30), she had some of her best workouts. Mid-W30 was her worst...and then they started to improve again. But...she also said that her best W30 wasn't as good as her pre-W30 workouts. But that should be ok. In a way, it's like saying "I got so much stronger when I was using steroids!" No one would agree that taking steroids is a good thing, even if your workouts are better. Life is a "package," as in, excellence in one area with horrible results in another is NOT as good as a balance throughout. On a personal note, I'm struggling more with my workouts, too, and I'm on D28 (no tiger blood here). BUT...my overall energy is up. I'm busier during the day, waking early and easily, feeling more energetic and positive about everything. I don't really care if I can lift as heavy in the gym...the gym is just the gym. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlaccini Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 Typically energy levels, workout performance etc. kind of goes down the tubes the first 2 - 3 weeks during a whole 30. That being said - for sore muscles I suggest taking a magnesium supplement (We recommend Natural Calm unflavoured). I noticed when I took a magnesium supplement my muscle recovery was much better. (1 day of muscle pain instead of 3 days) You could also take a bath with Epsom salts (also contains magnesium - which your body can absorb from the water). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted November 21, 2014 Moderators Share Posted November 21, 2014 Hmm. I never stopped eating strict Whole30 and my performance in the gym improved steadily for years. In fact, it has been 4 years and I keep getting stronger. I finally learned how to train and expect I will still be setting new personal records 10 years from now... when I will be 67. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinagain Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Tom, she was just comparing what happened within that original 30 days. I'm sure that in the long term eating Whole30 is preferable to the carbs/sugar/caffeine fueled workouts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocGB1973 Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 Thanks to all for the advice. I'm following the food template pretty closely, and probably eating as many or more carbs as before (pre W30 I was not eating grains, now I am eating more sweet potatoes and fruit). It may just take time and more water to wash out the lactic acid. I appreciate the ideas and perspectives! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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