One of the reasons you can't lift as heavy on low-carb is that your muscles do not have the glycogen stores they used to. Those of us who do LC and like to lift often supplement our carbs around the time of our workouts. One way to do it is to have a small serving of oatmeal or a small fruit about half an hour before your workout. Another way is to drink half a protein shake and eat 2-3 rolls of Smarties. Smarties are those rolls of pastel colored, pressed powder candy. They are about the same as Sweet Tarts, but not sour. These candies are made from pure dextrose, which pretty much goes straight to the muscles, unlike many other sugars. Within half an hour after your workout, finish the shake and have 2 more rolls of the candy. This will blunt cortisol and help speed the protein in the shake to your muscles for repair.

I have done this myself and you will feel just peachy in the gym.

Cheers,

Friday