fuel for kettlebell training page

[jpandzel]

Hey guys,

I've been doing some work with the kettlebell lately. Incorporating mostly swings for now. A work out might consist of 7-8 sets of 20-30 swings (Until I am pretty winded). I have been off the workout path for while, due to a couple hip surgeries, and am trying to regain my fitness level. This is really getting my heart rate up nice. The workout probably takes 10-15 minutes.

My question is what fuels short, very intense workouts, done at max-effort witht he kettlebell? Would it be fats or carbs? And does a workout like this need some carb refuel with a sweet potato or a banana or something along those lines? Thanks guys- Justin

[Grumpycakes]

All food fuels your workouts. I don't notice any difference in my performance whether I eat high carb or high fat or both. As for "refueling," eat what you crave provided it's free of the usual suspects like seed oils and high fructose corn syrup.

[elenius]

Carbs. However, you shoud have sufficient amounts stored in your muscles for a 20 min workout. If not, have a banana before or after