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[Cdmartin111]

So I'm new to this whole thing and I'm really trying to give it ago. However I have some points of confusion that I hope someone can help me with. First are fruits bad? And if I am training for a super spartan race (eight mile obstacle course race) does this change how I should be eating while eating paleo?

Thanks a bunch

[noodletoy]

fruits are fine in moderation. i stick with in-season berries and stone fruits for the most part, although i do keep frozen berries around during the winter for sweet treats. year-round access to super sweet fruits is a very modern innovation.

the fundamentals of the plan don't change regardless of training. you may simply need more of everything, especially protein, so you don't become depleted. don't be afraid of carbs, especially tubers and root veggies.

[Cdmartin111]

fruits are fine in moderation. i stick with in-season berries and stone fruits for the most part, although i do keep frozen berries around during the winter for sweet treats. year-round access to super sweet fruits is a very modern innovation.

the fundamentals of the plan don't change regardless of training. you may simply need more of everything, especially protein, so you don't become depleted. don't be afraid of carbs, especially tubers and root veggies.

Also should whey protein be avoided as it is a dairy by product?

[noodletoy]

as long as you tolerate dairy well, i don't see why it's not ok personally, i prefer to eat my protein rather than drink it, but you likely need quite a bit more than i do. i am a 5'2" female over 40.

[Wanderlust]

So I'm new to this whole thing and I'm really trying to give it ago. However I have some points of confusion that I hope someone can help me with. First are fruits bad? And if I am training for a super spartan race (eight mile obstacle course race) does this change how I should be eating while eating paleo?

Thanks a bunch

First, are you at or near your goal weight? If you trying to lose weight keep the fruits in moderation. Keep in mind Paleo and Primal are not interchangeable terms. Similar, but not the same.

Whey is fine, if you need more protein or for a post workout drink. Even if you don't tolerate dairy, almost nobody except the most severe lactose intolerant handle whey protein just fine.

[Cdmartin111]

I am actually not trying to lose weight at all, I want to gain lean muscle. I am 5'6" and weigh about 130. And this may be a stupid question but what you do you mean primal and paleo are not the same? What is the difference between them?

[Wanderlust]

What’s the Difference Between Primal and Paleo? | Mark's Daily Apple

Don't be too concerned with eating fruit, nuts, dairy, etc. if you're trying to gain muscle. Common sense rules, just don't make a meal out of it.