Natural Raw Bodybuilding Nutrition
Nutrition is of great importance to you as a natural bodybuilder. You have heard that phrase, "you are what you eat", and well this really applies here. You have to have the proper nutrition if you want to do any kind of natural bodybuilding. If you do not feed your body properly, then all the workouts will not do you any good.
The most important food your body needs is protein because of the muscle building properties. You have to have enough protein in your diet to have any form of successful bodybuilding. You should be getting the amounts listed below:
- 40% protein
- 20% fat
- 30-40% carbohydrates
This is what is recommended but will vary depending on your goals. There are some that will need less protein and maybe a bit more carbs. Vary your intake and document what you eat in your journal and keep record of your energy level, performance and stamina. This will help you to determine the right diet for your needs.
Carb intake will promote faster weight gain or slower process of weight loss, depending on what you are working for. If you are someone that gains muscle mass quickly, then you can increase your intake of carbohydrates from your fruit sources.
Some great foods for the natural bodybuilder raw food diet include:
- Hemp Seeds, (which are the highest in protein) and other nuts and seeds
- Vegetables, especially greens, carrots, sweet potato, broccoli
- Fruits, especially bananas
Another recommendation are protein shakes which should be consumed after your workout and possibly in the evening, depending on what you have found to work best for you. Protein supplements are considered to be natural by natural bodybuilders because is a product, which the body makes and uses.
The natural raw food bodybuilding diet is the simplest diet you will ever need to follow. But it is good to do your research and keep a journal on what you eat and when. This way you will find your best diet for you.