Carbs Are Not the Enemy. They Are the Fuel.

Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for athletes. They refill glycogen stores, power training, and support the nervous system. Most of the athletes who tell me they “feel slow” or “fatigue quickly” simply are not eating enough carbs.

A simple guideline is 3 to 4.5 grams of carbs per pound of bodyweight each day.

Carbs before training support power output. Carbs after training support recovery. Without them, it is like trying to sprint with no gas in the tank.

This is one reason ReadyCoach emphasizes clean intensity and controlled effort. Strength training feels better when you are fueled. Performance improves when recovery improves.