PWO carb/protien ratio?

[hardrock]

So I work in the bike industry, and there and a lot of other sports are saying 3/1 or 4/1 carb to protein ratio is the fastest way for muscle recovery. Meanwhile we all suck down basically more like a 2/1. Sure we are bodybuilders and need the protein to build muscle, but for recovery? Triathletes drain their bodies way more than we ever do, yet they still use 3 or 4/1. Is that much protein immediately after really necessary?

All input welcome.

Thanks.

 

[hardrock]

Anybody got any thoughts on this?

 

[Judo Tom]

try what works for you. I think the shake should be used RIGHT after training to stop the catabolism. get carbs in and some protein 20-30 grams. then EAT real food. I think too many people rely on the shake for recovery and growth.

 

[C0LUMB0]

most recovery shakes are approx 2:1 simple carbs to protein.

i like to have atleast 50g of protein for every meal and that definitely includes my pwo shake.

i usually have 75g of maltodexterin with this....

 

[gymjunkie09]

I don't go too crazy with the dextrose pwo and I don't even use it when I cut...I like to get most of my carbs from real food...75g is a big chunk outta ur daily intake, but everyone is different..me personally I need to watch my carb intake close cause they make me fat quick lol

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[Barak1]

Ya i have to really watch my carbs to but pwo is not the time to be stingy even while cutting.
I try and get 30g protien and anywhere between 50-70g simple carbs... So i guess 2:1
And ofcourse i follow up with a real meal 45-60 mins later.

 

[gymjunkie09]

Ya i have to really watch my carbs to but pwo is not the time to be stingy even while cutting.
I try and get 30g protien and anywhere between 50-70g simple carbs... So i guess 2:1
And ofcourse i follow up with a real meal 45-60 mins later.

i like to carb cycle when i cut so 70g would be more than intake on my low carb days lol

 

[hardrock]

Good answers. Thanks guys.

 

[JH90]

Isnt it more important to concentrate on cals/macros? This is what Ive read but to be honest post workout your body must need something asap.

1/5 cup of lentils and 6 egg whites and pineapple is my post shake. "ON" Shakes for morning and pre.