Possibly THEE most effective combination… whole milk, eggs, beef
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I’d imagine you’re very insulin-sensitive because you put in the work to become fat-adapted.
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I do get away with the occasional dietary meltdown… but I train like a Berserker
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Naked and drugged? Here for it!
In one day… xl pizza… 8 tacos… 2 egg rolls… large blizzard. All while fully clothed but had a priapism
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There’s a lot to digest there, so to speak. Epic all around!
That happens once a year
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I’ve been out of hardcore training for a long time but I’m curious what level of training and competition this supports across your client base, opposed to outliers?
Sincerely asking and not being argumentative.
I ask because from what I recall if you were winning tournament style you wrestled all….day….long and after a weight cut energy was depleted after the second match if not the first, so quick carb hits and caffeine ruled the day.
I know martial arts and combat sports in general have progressed significantly since the late 90’s/early 2000’s and diet and training with it but the rule of thumb was 50% carbs and an even fat/protein split.
Great question ! I honestly think 95% of the population would thrive on a protein / fat-based eating pattern even with weight training.
Most people I train, train with, etc… are middle road. They definitely train hard but are not elite. I was teammates with several UFC, Bellator, Strike Force guys… and 1 UFC Champion. Even legit wrestling / fight camps could probably suffice on a strategically placed carb approach, i.e. peri-workout. Several top-level UFC guys have adopted a Carnivore style eating pattern to great success. Even highly glycolytic training doesn’t require a boatload of carbs. Of course, as hard as we train we can get away with taking in too much, but I look to OPTIMIZE every aspect of a program without unnecessary issues caused by overeating, etc… seeing as that has hormonal, inflammatory outcomes.
I think we’re close to dialing in some pretty effective protocols for every level of training.
If I was still competing… Might actually unretire and smash some young punks… I’d do one scoop of Surge with extra electrolytes before my fight / match. Fights and matches are obviously far shorter than practices. GSP never sparred over 25 minutes !
Good question bro. Thank you
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edited… tell me what you think
Optimizing makes sense. I’m making assumptions to read between the lines a little, but from what I’m reading the strategy is to hold a scratch weight closer to competition weight vs old school cuts. I wouldn’t miss trash bag sprints and sauna camping. And realize elimination would negate significant carb intake.
The theory was that higher carbs would allow more intense training with leeway to cut water hard by dropping carbs 2 days before weigh-in, then slamming them with water before competition. So you brought elevated training to a lighter weight class and regained energy. I think this is what Surge does, but more targeted.
If net energy and performance gains maintaining scratch or staying close with last minute manipulations outweigh this, then it’s definitely worth implementing.
I believe in practicing like you play, even if just for the mental aspect. “I’ve been here, I’m comfortable here, and I know where my rope ends”.
Edit: when you’re pushing through to the end of a tough match do you find that you have reserves to tap? Again, sincerely asking. Wondering where the gas point is, or if training overcomes it despite different energy pathways.
The simple answer is you’re going to need to eat enough to support your current training load + X calories to achieve a weight gain with a favourable muscle/fat gain.
The bigger the surplus of calories the faster the weight gain but more will be adipose.
My experience has been a slow muscle gain over about seven years going from 77kg lean to 83-84kg leaner, and while the scale weight is minimal the visual/athletic change is significant.
Is there a specific weight class you want to compete in? Are you looking to do the old school bulk and cut approach? What is your current training schedule, both BJJ and S&C. What is your injury history?
You’ve had lots of good diet advice, I’m no dietician but something that’s helped me in terms of additional calories that I can always eat, no matter how full, is PB + banana + honey sandwiches.
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When i wasn’t grossly overtrained my conditioning stayed strong. We focus far too much on going hard and not properly recovering. Russian wrestling knew this in the 80’s
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