Myth of the Week

Meal Timing Doesn't Matter

Many people thing that when the eat isn't important. They think that as long as they eat the right number of calories and proper amounts of protein, carbs and fats by the end of the day.

The worst thing that you can do, whether trying to lose fat or build muscle, is to miss meals and for 5-7 hours without food. By making your body for many hours without food, you cause it to brake down muscle for energy.

Some basic tips of proper meal timing
1. you should eat 4-6 meals per day, starting with a meal directly after you wake up in the morning. You should be eating every 3-4 hours, as studies have shown that the body's anabolic response to protein lasts for about 5 hours

2. You should eat protein with every meal to ensure there are always adequate amino acids in the blood stream available for tissue repair

3. You should eat 10-15% of your daily carbs before training and 30-40% after.

4. never miss meals. Plan ahead!!

For information in greater detail read up on Muscle Myths by Michael Matthews.