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Originally posted by krc
I'm not really sure what the differences are in the two plans other than allowing caffiene and alchohol (neither fo which I really eat anyway). What are your thoughts?
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Hi Kim
I peaked in on your journal and saw the excellent advice you've received thus far
I second Lux's suggestion on keeping track of your calories for a little while, just to get a handle on what you're eating (or not eating as the case may be). Penelope is right, eating too little while working out very intensely is counter productive. Think of your body as a machine. Machines need fuel to function. The protein you feed your body will go toward repairing tissue for the most part; fat and carbs are used for fuel. It's vital when following a lower carb WOE that fat be high enough to provide this. Some carbs will be required as well.
The biggest difference between
Atkins and
Protein Power, IMHO, is that PP has you figure out your minimum protein requirement and has you ensure that every meal or snack contains part of that protein. This is something that would greatly benefit
you as you're very active. There are forumals in the book explaining how to go about optaining your Lean Body Mass (LBM) and percentage of body fat, from this you can determine minimum protein needs (you also factor activity levels into this). Protein Power also encourages resistance training (weight lifting) and the use of interval / cardio work - things you're doing already
You can get a more detailed explanation of both plans by clicking on the Link on the right hand side of every page "
Which low carb plan is right for me?" - there you'll also find sample menus for both.
I would also recommend having a look through the stuck thread in the general exercise forum "The Best Weight Training Exercises" by Trainerdan. You'll get lots of tips and hints on working out with weights. "Advice for the beginner" (even though you may not be) is another good read.
Keeping that journal updated with menus and activity will go along way to helping you figure out what works best for you. It will also provide a history so that others can help, if you find you need it again.
Cheers
Nat