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Friday, March 8, 2013

Calculating Carbs

Moderate Amount:
Consume 2.3 grams per pound, per day.

High Amount:
Consume 3.6-4.5 grams per pound, per day.

Example:
A woman weighing 150 pounds wants to consume a moderate of carbohydrates.

2.3 x 150 = 345 grams per day

*Workouts that are plyometric, drills, sprints, weight lifting or skill training, and less than one hour of aerobic exercise would be considered moderate in terms of carbohydrates.

Carbohydrates offer 4 calories per gram.

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