I’m considering a keto diet in order to trim some body fat and hopefully relieve my sleep apnea. Is this diet suitable for a powerlifter who is training to gain strength at the same time?
Brian Carroll Answered question July 16, 2018
They nailed it. Great for short term, or to use for a purpose, but as far as building strength on it, it is scarce that a top strength athlete is keto. Hell, even the endurance “Keto” athletes supplement with glucose packets and such, since carbs are so quickly & easily usable.
Dan has had a non-subtle paradigm shift in his eating over the last year; I would listen to what he has to say. He’s done many different things. Mike too.
As a rule of thumb, I would be wary of eliminating ANY foods or macros out of a diet unless you are forced to medically. There are no bad foods, only lousy application. And the pro keto people have excellent points, but they are also even greater counterpoints and arguments against when it comes to overall athletic performance.
Again, for a nice reset; Sure, but it’s a significant lifestyle change that is not conducive to strength sports in the long haul. It can also be quite expensive.
Brian Carroll Answered question July 16, 2018
