Nutrition

In theory, a low-carb diet is pretty easy: just cut carbs and bodyfat will melt away. In reality, as almost every professional bodybuilder will attest, low-carb diets can be pretty hard. They require not only cutting down on carbs (and calories), but also maintaining enough energy to train while shedding bodyfat. In addition, low-carb diets require keen management of macronutrient intake.

Supplementation can make a huge difference in improving the results of your low-carb diet. Try the following four-point supplement-driven program to increase protein efficiency, enhance bodyfat burning, control carb effects and boost energy levels. When you have full control over these four facets of your low-carb diet, you’re guaranteed to succeed.

FACTOR 1 | Process your protein Low-carb diets are also known as high-protein diets. For the best results on a low-carb diet, consume at least 50% more protein than you do on your typical offseason nutrition plan. The added protein provides extra aminos for the physiological processes and for the demands that a calorie deficit (stemming from your carb-intake reduction) places on your body. It also will help prevent your body from breaking down your muscle mass to free up aminos.

Protein supplements make low-carb diets easier — it’s very challenging to get in all the protein you need from whole-food sources while maintaining a calorie deficit. Protein powders provide necessary aminos without excess calories. In addition, your body can also benefit from digestive enzymes to help turn the protein you consume into usable amino acids for muscle growth. Follow these supplementation guidelines to make the most of your protein consumption.

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