Good Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are essential for a Strength Training Diet, because of how easily your body converts these nutrients into energy. Carbohydrates usually also come loaded with fiber, which helps your digestive system keep things moving. Take a look at this list for some examples of foods loaded with carbohydrates.

Whole Grains
Why?- These give you the most bang for your buck. They give you an impressive amount of carbohydrates, are high in fiber, pack a decent amount of calories, and keep you feeling full, which will stop the temptation for that candy bar at the snack bar.

Fruits and Veggies
Why?- Low in calories, but packing large amounts of fiber, vitamins and minerals, more of these aren't hurting anyone

Nuts and Seeds
Why?- They give you great fiber, good carbohydrates, lots of protein, even some unsaturated fats. Whats the cost? These things are high in calories, which can really add up over time, working against your training.

For more information on good carbs see http://www.annecollins.com/good-carbs-to-eat.htm and http://www.healthcastle.com/nuts-benefits.shtml.

-Colin