Brooke Ence Instagram – Last week, I posted a Q&A in my stories about nutrition, and I saw a lot of questions about carbs specifically.
“Im scared to eat carbs, what do i do?” “Are carbs bad for weight loss?” “When should I eat them?” Were a few of the questions I remember.
Well, I just want to start off by saying, carbs aren’t the enemy. They’re your body’s best source of sustained energy for training and daily performance.
Think of carbs like firewood for your body’s energy:
🔥 Simple carbs = kindling. They burn fast and hot but don’t last long. These include fruits, berries, and honey—great for a quick energy boost, like right before or after a workout.
🔥 Complex carbs = big logs. They burn slower and keep the fire going longer. Think rice, potatoes, beans, and lentils—perfect for sustained energy throughout the day.
Carbs are broken down and stored as glycogen in our muscles. If you’re active, and train consistently, the carbs you eat will restore those glycogen stores that were used during your workout.
If you’re not very active then the carbs you eat will eventually be stored as fat.
So my advice, make sure you are active and follow a plan that provides you with the correct amount of carbs according to your activity level.
So, here’s when I eat them:
➡️ Pre-workout or for quick energy? I grab some fruit or honey.
➡️ Long-lasting fuel? I build my meals with rice, potatoes, or beans.
I hope this helps you fuel smarter, train harder, and perform better. 💪 | Posted on 04/Feb/2025 22:59:53
