My life with HIGH CARBS vs. my life with LOW CARBS.

[@ramoee359]

Glad to hear someone finally say this when every other influencer tries to push low carb down our throats. Been eating low carb high fat for awhile. I felt great and healthy, however, wasn't recovering or performing efficiently. It's just not optimal for athletes, especially high performance. completely agree with this.

[@marcusfilly]

Thanks for following along!

[@boguslav9502]

If you aren't carnivore while doing so then you will find this issue because you are still causing inflammation through plants.

[@fauge7]

​@@boguslav9502no, your body literally needs carbs to produce atp optimally. You can still perform on carnivore, but your body can't sustain the energy output. Carnivore / keto is great for weight loss, but don't expect to work out. I've been carnivore / ketovore for 10 months now and have lost 55 lbs. I trained for a strongman competition before the diet, but now I don't work out. I only work out if I have a cheat meal so I can enjoy hiking or a good lift.

[@Dom-bn1ru]

Most people aren't high level athletes like yourself tho...

[@marcusfilly]

@@Dom-bn1ru fair enough. But don’t fear them regardless.

[@shawnhuolihan2481]

I trained for over ten years on maintenance or basically keto level carbs. For the past four months I've been training on a high carb diet. It's been eye opening to say the least. I'm bigger, stronger, more energetic and making gains faster than I ever have before

[@toke7342]

Lol you expect us to believe that!?

[@wendywertz8828]

@@toke7342yes same here so tired of the low carb idiocy!

[@RicardasV]

​@@toke7342 High QUALITY carbs are as important as protein and fat. There is no need to neglect that and villainise carbs.😉

[@toke7342]

@@RicardasV sure eat all the sugar you want

[@RicardasV]

​@@toke7342I will do indeed, while you be craving it.😄

[@emirezer4247]

he's got a point. I wasn't eating many carbs since I was trying to lower my bodyfat but in my life, I haven't got any cramps other than calves but my god I started having cramps in my fricking biceps from now on i will take more and more carbs.

[@shortLTM]

Aren't muscle cramps on low carb diets due to electrolyte imbalance rather than no carbs? Anyway this is a good video. Carbs aren't an enemy - it's addiction an overeating carbs that is the problem!

[@littlefarmer1303]

​@@shortLTMCramps are indeed a sign of magnesium deficiency. I do way better on high fat, no carb diet. People who over exercise will have issues eventually, they will go back to some carbs.

[@its-really-that-easy]

Cramps are from muscles cramping up. Read into the mechanism

[@S4KuR4Ch4N]

Did you start getting better after eating more carbs ?

[@littlefarmer1303]

@@its-really-that-easy Yes, muscles cramp, but why? Because if magnesium deficiency. So if you drink electrolites, use salt that naturally has magnesium in it (like Celtic sea salt has 3 different types in it), or supplement with magnesium, there will be no more muscle cramps. 💪

[@pasanen3352]

Amen bro!! I weighed in at 302lbs studied like crazy (Not influencers online) I now weigh in at 167lbs and in the best shape of my life HIGH CARBS are not your enemy man do your research and study learn your body etc and you will get that body,energy,muscle,mental clarity you are searching for 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@marcusfilly]

Wow, that's amazing! Great work!

[@klecoxs2]

So are you saying it’s about good nutritional practice and staying in the balance between calorific deficit & surplus ?

[@Sevvial]

@@klecoxs2Honestly, your body requires fat for energy, so you shouldn’t completely cut it out of your diet. If you overly restrict carbs out of your diet, you will only end up binging and feeling terrible afterwards. I’ve lost over 20 pounds myself and barely cut out carbs. You just need balance between foods.

[@jfinca]

What are some of your favorite meals/foods? Thank you in advance and congratulations on your fat loss.

[@kiwy1994]

Refined carbs are the problem or any processed foods Not carbs specifically

[@JackDullBoy5]

I worked out a few years ago after a lot of experimentation that completely eliminating sugar, Consuming good carbs in small amounts daily with a higher intake of protein and good fats as well as a home made electrolyte drink and detox drink has definitely got rid of inflammation in my joints and body in general. To each their own though, what ever works best for you. 👌🏼

[@justincox5745]

Hey mate, what is that electrolyte Drink...would you tell me?

[@meela1014]

Yes, could you please share your recipe for home made electrolyte drink?

[@judithalbay8920]

What carbs do you eat in a day

[@jcdesder3303]

​@@judithalbay8920yeah what carb i also want to know

[@mrWathedeuce]

Im torn right now bc i work super hard to stay fit. Keto/low carb makes me feel better in so many ways but my strength training seems to progress a little slower. However, when i consume more carbs eventhough i feel a little stronger i notice inflammation, slower recovery, cravings and my sleep isnt as good. Currently trying to figure out where that balance is...

[@GladImnotU69]

Listen to your body,it knows.

[@seanh9632]

I'd suggest keto/carb cycling. One day a week have high carb intake, (still healthy carbs - whole food 0 rice, sweet potatoes fruit) then the 6 days return to keto style eating.

[@BradYaeger]

I have to watch that due to an inguinal hernia , any bloating or inflamation flares it up. But I found potatoes, nuts and soba noodles are fine . Jury is out on rice and wheat so far .

[@slimshady1293]

Me too the inflamation is not funny maybe some people handle kt better but me nah maybe 2 twice a week of carb meals wouldt bother me. But god if i keep eating like this the whole tome I get bad acne too 😢

[@samueljohnclark]

Most carnivores like myself acknowledge that not everyone needs to be a carnivore. But if you have serious autoimmune outcomes from plants then it’s a no brainer. The key thing I feel, is avoid sugar and processed foods!

[@LWilkes]

I would love to eat carbs, but my joints hurt too much when I do.

[@chiarabay9364]

You have to pick the right plants and legumes. I too am an autoimmune person and was carnivore for most of my life but had chronic fatigue syndrome. Went vegan at 50, started ballet at 55, now 63 taking ballet exams and learning pointe.

[@johncarryfps]

For the lads: Day 1: Push 1. Dumbbell/Barbell Bench Press: 3x4 2. Dumbbell Seated Shoulder Press: 3x8-10 3. Weighted Dip: 3x6-10 4. Cable Flye: 3x12-15 5. Dumbbell Isolateral Skull Crusher: 3x10 6. Dumbbell/Machine Lateral Raise: 3x15 Day 2: Pull 1. Lat Pulldowns: 2x15 2. Pull-Up: 4x6-8 3. Pendlay Row: 3x8-10 4. Machine High Row: 3x10-12 5. Rear Delt Machine Flyes: 3x20 6. Dumbbell/Machine Preacher Curl: 3x12 7. Hammer Curl: 3x8 Day 3: Legs 1. Back Squat: 4x5-8 2. Deadlift: 2x6-8 3. Any Hip Thrust Variation: 3x10-12 4. Dumbbell Walking Lunge: 2x20 each leg 5. Leg Extensions: 3x12-15 6. Seated/Lying Leg Curl: 3x15 7. Standing Calf Raise or on leg press: 3x10 Day 4: Rest Day 5: Push 1. Close-Grip Bench Press: 3x6 2. Military Press: 3x5 3. Dumbbell/Barbell Incline Press: 3x10-12 4. Pec Deck/Pec Flyes: 3x15 5. Cable Lateral Raise: 3x8 6. Cable Triceps Kickback: 3x15 Day 6: Pull 1. Neutral-Grip Pulldown: 3x10-12 2. Cable Seated Row with your elbows out: 3x10 3. Cable Seated Row: 3x10 4. Kneeling Straight-Arm Cable Pull-Over: 3x15 5. Barbell Shrug: 3x12 6. Cable Reverse Flye: 3x20 7. Cable Curl: 3x12 Day 7: Legs 1. Deadlift: 4x4 2. Front Squat/Goblet Squat: 3x6-8 3. Cable Pull Through: 3x20 4. Leg Press: 3x10-12 5. Leg Extension: 3x15 6. Romanian Deadlift (Single Leg Focus): 3x12 7. Standing/Seated Calf Raise: 3x15 Edit: This is not for everyone, I wouldn't suggest it for beginners.

[@joshuak7937]

Too much volume and not enough rest. If you’re not a beginner, I’d be extremely surprised if you’re progressing your movements each week

[@j33ms70]

​@@joshuak7937mike mentzer 💪💪💪

[@johncarryfps]

For guys starting out: Day 1 - Full Body **1. Incline Dumbbell Press/Incline Smith Machine Chest Press** - Set 1: Heavy set, 4-6 reps - Set 2: Lighter back-off set, 8-10 reps - Tips: Use dumbbells for time efficiency and range of motion. Maintain technique, focusing on a controlled descent and a good stretch. **2. Barbell/Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift** - 2 sets of 8-10 reps - Tips: Keep a smooth cadence, emphasizing hip push back while maintaining hamstring tension. Consider using straps for grip support. **3. Lat Pulldown/Pull-ups** - 2 sets of 10-12 reps (1st set: overhand middle grip, 2nd set: underhand close grip) - *Overhead Curls (after 2nd set for biceps)* - Tips: Vary grips for diverse lat engagement. Use straps for optimal lat activation. Finish with overhead curls for extra bicep work. **4. Dumbbell Step Up** - 1 set of 8-10 reps per leg - Tips: Isolate the working leg, minimize cheating with the back leg. Maintain tension, consider using straps. **5. Overhead Cable Tricep Extension with rope** - 1 set of 12-15 reps - *Drop set (decrease weight by 30-40%) to failure* - Tips: Prioritize overhead extensions for variety and growth. Maintain consistent tension on triceps. **6. Dumbbell Lateral Raise** - 1 set of 12-15 reps - *Drop set (decrease weight by 30-40%) to failure* - Tips: Utilize a larger range of motion for lateral delt activation. Use straps for a better mind-muscle connection. **7. Standing Calf Raises** - 1 set of 12-15 reps - *Drop set (decrease weight by 30-40%) to failure* - Tips: Focus on controlled movement, avoid bouncing during drop set reps. Day 2 - Full Body **1. Smith Machine Squat/Hack Squat/Barbell Back Squat** - Set 1: Heavy set, 4-6 reps - Set 2: Lighter back-off set, 8-10 reps - Tips: Optimize warm-up with fewer sets. Focus on deep range of motion and controlled form. **2. Seated High Incline Smith Machine Shoulder Press/Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press** - 2 sets (antagonistic superset with T-Bar Row) - Tips: Emphasize delt involvement with a higher incline. Supersetting optimizes time and muscle engagement. **3. T-Bar Row/Chest Supported Dumbbell Row** - 2 sets (antagonistic superset with High Incline Smith Machine Press) - Tips: Perform sets with different grips for varied back muscle engagement. Rest briefly between supersets. **4. Seated Hamstring Curl/Lying Hamstring Curl** - 1 set of 10-12 reps - *Drop set (decrease weight by 30-40%) to failure* - Tips: Emphasize seated variation for hamstring activation. Use a drop set to maximize tension without cheating. **5. Dumbbell Curl** - 1 set of 12-15 reps per arm - *Maya reps (short rest, 4 reps each time, until failure)* - Tips: Prioritize perfect form, using Maya reps for high-tension bicep work. **6. Cable Crunches/Normal Crunches** - 1 set of 12-15 reps - *Double drop set (decrease weight by 30-40% twice) to failure* - Tips: Maintain core engagement and control during cable crunches. Use a double drop set for intense ab engagement. Not a perfect routine but for complete beginners or people that don't have much time to workout then give it a try

[@cristovalortega1968]

How much rest between set?

[@j33ms70]

@@cristovalortega1968 only do 1 set to failure after Ur warmup ser

[@NickiesAdventureChannel]

I’ve been on keto for about 5 months now …. Work out energy is super consistent ( no crashes ) very level headed with more focus. It’s the sugars that get ya … I so far have lost over 24kg and feel so much more confident. ITS WHATEVER WORKS FOR YOU. I would highly recommend going to see a dietician to discuss your needs regarding training and weight loss

[@marcusfilly]

Thats huge - congrats!

[@NickiesAdventureChannel]

@@marcusfilly thanks brother , love the content 💪🏻

[@roshinvarghese6879]

@@NickiesAdventureChannelCarnivore for 3 months and lost over 30 pounds. I have a lot more energy. I never worked out really before this diet but now I do it everyday. Depression and anxiety gone. So far so good. God bless.

[@Wen6543]

Keto literally saved my life, helped me to learn that i am HIGHLY intolerant to many carbs, including the ones that doctors never took out of my diet, i thought that i was normal when in fact i was pretty much poisoned all my miserable and unhealthy life. Too bad that i started to lack energy after depleting my body reserves of something (i have no idea what), with patience i identified and reintroduced carbs that are not a problem for me and feeling and doing great, the multiple and massive benefits of keto remains. For now no longer keto but ill be back here and there to see how im truly doing.

[@TTR83]

I'm on a carnivore diet and love it.

[@GavinWren]

Love this! As a runner and triathlete I am incredibly sensitive to a lack of carbs and therefore glycogen. It really slows down training benefits. Carbs are life!

[@TTR83]

Because you're carb dependant. Your body doesn't know how to function without carbohydrates.

[@johnnyman1392]

This is good to see. Carbs are so important.

[@marcusfilly]

Definitely, I love incorporating carbs into my diet.

[@johnnyman1392]

@@marcusfilly so important...that your body literally has a survival mechanism that will synthesize a lesser quality version out of whatever it can.

[@LanaMyslyvetsPlanners]

Plus fruit and veggies have phytonutrients that fight disease.

[@marcusfilly]

💯

[@TTR83]

I disagree.

[@lyndak.5152]

Thank you so much for speaking the truth about carbs. I love carbs and my recovery was so hard--I didn't have lots of energy when I cut them to the minimum. Now I am embracing carbs and sticking to low fat. Thanks for confirming the truth!💞

[@ScottishWhisper90]

I've been keto for average a year and I love it, it works for me because if I'm eating carbs, I just snack and overeat and have an increased appetite. Lower carbs really reduces my appetite and still allows me to get in good workouts at the gym. It works for me personally, I only have a cheat day now and then on birthdays or feast days really.

[@gmddolbaeb2191]

Eat everything, if you are an human being

[@ScottishWhisper90]

@gmddolbaeb2191 I mean I already said why I eat this way, it makes more sense for me personally but if you don't agree that's up to you.

[@gmddolbaeb2191]

@@ScottishWhisper90 Eat whatever your makes your body good. I agree

[@jcdesder3303]

What do you feel when you do cheat days? Do you feel sick the next day? Any pain discomfort on the body?

[@ScottishWhisper90]

@jcdesder3303 I just feel very full and bloated, just uncomfortable from eating beyond my means. If you've heard of the term "food coma", it's like that (kind of like when we overindulge during the holidays and feel completely stuffed). The next day I get what almost feels akin to a hangover, pain, headache, lethargy. No sickness though thankfully, but it knocks me off for a couple of days until I normalise again.

[@DavidEatsLA]

I’ve been on this weight loss program kicking ass but I tried to decrease my calories and I was feeling good at all, just recently up’d my calories by 200 and my trainer told me to increase carbs and I thought he was crazy, but man i’ve seen some great results since! back to losing weight and gaining muscle again

[@JEC2007]

If you are metabolically healthy you can go either way. I learned the hard way that WFPB (High carb, low fat whole foods) raised my A1C and triglycerides because I am severely insulin resistant. So until I fix that, I can't handle carbs. I imagine once I reach an optimal body fat percentage I could go back to high carb low fat.

[@TTR83]

High fat low carb is healthier.

[@roshinvarghese6879]

⁠Carnivore for 3 months and lost over 30 pounds. I have a lot more energy. I never worked out really before this diet but now I do it everyday. Depression and anxiety gone. So far so good. God bless.

[@marcusfilly]

That's great. Keep up the hard work!

[@mattf5207]

Jane Brody, a retired nutritionist that used to write columns for the New York Times, had a cookbook that my mom gave me called Living the high carbohydrate way. She turned me on to buckwheat. I never eschewed carbs until later in life. Then I did the keto thing. Yup it was great, dropped some weight felt great, but one thing I learned, for me, there is no straddling keto and nonketo. I had to commit to clean keto. Once I stopped the weight skyrocketed. Went back to moderate carbs and low-fat and I’m just fine. Older now, but my performance was always subpar on low/no carb. My only mantra now is I don’t eat anything in the evenings. Period. Alls good.

[@S4KuR4Ch4N]

Been on keto for 2 weeks. Net carbs around 30g/day. I'm 47kg for 170cm. I was feeling good the first week, then keto flu came. My legs feel weak, I can barely walk or lift my own backpack of a few kgs (I didnt start keto for weight but to see if I could get more energy and to support my partner on their weight loss). Now I can barely sleep, have cramps at night. It's horrible, I dont think I can handle much longer, because I feel so weak! I wanted to push through this so much but its becoming so difficult! So I decided to add half a fruit (whatever fruit, I live on an island so I take what's in the garden) at the end of my lunch from today on. Well see if it gets better. At least now I'm stopping all shit sugar like bread, white rice/pastas etc... I'm drinking more water too! On a side note, all my blood work was perfectly fine before and I was feeling great on high carbs, I just hated the crash after eating occasional cake, and still felt like I was sometimes abusing sugar (nutella crepes, etc) but usually I could intermittent fast easily and not get cravings very often (only the 2 weeks before my periods). I think I might be LMHR, because when I tried keto about 2 months ago for 3 weeks, shit went wrong too, and I started having very low tension (86/54), I didnt drink many electrolytes... that was my mistake. So I went to the doctor for a blood test and my LDL went super high compared to usually, HDL too and tryglycerides stayed low. (0.61mmol/L, HDL 2.06mmmol/L, LDL 5.46mmol/L) A1C at 5%. Fasting blood sugar 0.79g/L or 4.36mmol/L. But yes it's hard to find information for people who are lean and want to start keto! Maybe I should look better arround. Thank you for your video, at least I can see that there's other options and we dont all conform to one diet!! Thank you to the comments who are also so kind!

[@Gomer-lw7rd]

Yeah I’m the complete and total opposite I feel like dog shit when I eat carbs . Carbs do 0% for my performance . Actually worse.

[@SanmitroChatterjee]

I agree with both, whenever I go normal carb for a few days, I feel sleepier. No carb was fine for me, but now with limited carb consumption, I feel much better

[@HereForTheMusic-h5o]

Keto is amazing for physical exercise, you just need to keep hydrated with water and electrolytes...

[@daninglesonline1526]

Carbs are my best friends during my fat loss!

[@Mrlemanuel]

It shouldent. Carbs are good for atheltic performance but compared to protein it will make you feel a lot less full when eating, which makes you eat more

[@daninglesonline1526]

@@Mrlemanuel you clearly missed the point but I understand what you mean, all the best for you ☺️

[@darkrider2959]

If you are in a calorie deficit you will be losing body mass and energy. But if you keep protein and carb high and fat low. Carbs will be fuelling up your muscles more even in deficit than if it was high protein and high fat. Plus the fact you will lose fat a small bit faster as fat gets Stored as fat and takes time to use energy out of it while carbs are only stored as fat when body has excess carbs which shouldn't be in a deficit. Hope I'm correct. Clear me up if I'm wrong

[@iw1459]

​@@Mrlemanuel that's incorrect. Feeling full is based on your stretch receptors in your stomach. Eating a large bowl of vegetable soup will fill you up more than eating protein. In fact, out of all the foods potatoes have the HIGHEST satiety index, which is literally a measure of how satisfied you feel. Go back to medical school or biology class before you start spewing bro science on the internet.

[@GP.025]

@@darkrider2959I kinda figured the same, I workout lightweight to failure for about 5-6 hours a day. After about 2 months I barely noticed change and after every workout no matter how hard I never felt completely drained. Found out about Keto and read a study that stated when you train the muscles for endurance the muscles increases their ability to hold glucose. Day 1 of no carbs I felt my body in a strong withdrawal state and deep cravings for carbs. Read another study that states in the first stages of Keto your body uses stored glucose in organs and muscles. The only way the cravings and withdrawals go away is if I push past feeling completely drained and work out. After about 10 minutes of work I feel completely energized I’m on week 2 now. I’ve dropped about 8 pounds my first week from 191 to 180 give or take clothes. But I don’t eat as much because I crave carbs and the food I eat are not that

[@bartwilloughby2909]

Keep in mind , I to suffered with lack of energy to work through my workouts , but I toughened up and persevered through it. Everything is all Good now . 👍🏿 You my friend are just a wimp .

[@thetruthbetold961]

Don't try to be a martyr. We should eat what makes us healthy and tastes good. I bet you don't look half as good as he does.

[@ambersummer2685]

So if I stop running bc I sprang my ankle, am I a wimp or paying attention to my body telling me that I need to do something about my sprang ankle? You’re coming from a very extreme perspective of survival mode. Only extremes are required for that. When you have no need to be in survival mode, you have all the time in the world to improve your health so you can be strong when you need your strength the most

[@Amanda.c91]

I am actiiiive and when I try go low carb , I always end up obsessing and having too many processed sweet treats! But when I stay right and tight on oats, veggies, fruits, those processed sweets don’t even cross my mind.

[@marcusfilly]

Me too! Carbs keep me feeling my best.

[@mariyantodorov913]

Finally someone who said it right !

[@Spotofgardening]

Glad to hear a fitness person say this, I bloody love carbs, sure sweet things, but actually more oats, pasta and rice!

[@marcusfilly]

Me too. Carbs help me feel my best.

[@gamingwithmoba3303]

When you eliminate carbs completely, hydration depends on salt and micronutrients. Most people experience cramps on a low-carb diet due to classic magnesium deficiency. This can be addressed by consuming fermented green vegetables or increasing organ meat intake.

[@keatondejager]

I do think it’s important to note that this can be personal. Some people get more energy from a high fat diet than a high carb diet. It is a matter of genetics there. Carbs are not the enemy, but neither is fat. Don’t let the current trend in fitness persuade you to go one way or the other. Experiment for yourself and see what works for you. You might find far more energizing than carbs.

[@marcusfilly]

Definitely, everyone is built differently. Finding what works best for you is key.

[@DC-pp8xf]

Isn’t everything personal?🤔

[@tycannon384]

I like to eat scrambled eggs with cheese after a workout for a protein boost. It also helps tremendously with muscle recovery 💪🏽 If you want to skip the extra fat a few grams of carbs, cut the cheese. 🧀 💨

[@homosapien3132]

Everyone should do what works for them. Try things out. For me, I love carbs, ain’t no way I’m cutting them out. On high quality, unprocessed carbs, I perform better and recover better. Life is just more enjoyable.

[@CrazyWeatherDude]

I looked up Pirates of the Carbohydrates and this popped up lol

[@gonzalocastillo749]

this is true, just stay away from refined carbs

[@jaxonc123]

I feel like supplementing with electrolytes and ensuring your calorie and protein intake are high enough on low carb could help make it more sustainable for you, lots of dry-brined steak did the trick for me

[@marcusfilly]

Making sure protein and fat are on point are a must. Personally, I still feel and perform my best with adequate carbs.

[@Spaceman2484]

I love how after all these decades of debate it always comes back to “eat a balanced diet”

[@Dlindo8892]

100% agree. Also I’m 53 and I’ve learned that if I eat a high saturated fat low carb diet I get prostate inflammation. I know probably too much information. Just wanted to put it out there to maybe help someone else.

[@TastyTrees916]

Must make the prostate massages better though

[@justanothermountainbiker6958]

dude.. remove unsaturated fats from your diet.. eat animal fats.. way better for you..

[@jimmylight4866]

TMI😂😂😂😂. But uh im listening.😂

[@WhatsIQ]

​@@justanothermountainbiker6958literally the opposite of true saturated fats are what you should limit not unsaturated

[@christiant.133]

​@@WhatsIQYeah, that's what "health care system" is telling you and you believe it.

[@ivanandrade4271]

Both works. It’s up to you how do you feel with low carb, keto, carnivore or high carbs

[@marcusfilly]

100%, everyone's body is different.

[@jamieg.3965]

Do you have any suggestions about "heel plantar fasciitis." I had to stop cycling. I've tried stretching, shoe inserts etc.... Plus, I don't want to go to a doctor.

[@JeDindk]

I had it too, but cured it myself .... shoes off. Get up on your toes, roll back and get up on your heels .... simply go back and forth like that for 2-3 minutes. I think I did it 3-4 times a day. It will help with the pain immediately, and the plantar fasciitis will disappear relatively quickly. Maybe 7-8 days. And after that, every time you feel a bit of pain, you do it again for 1 or 2 minutes. It's very simple, but it worked very well for me. We are all different and I can't guarantee it'll work for you, but I hope you'll give it a go. Good luck.

[@boblangford5514]

I hate high carb and low carb diets. I prefer a balance. I weigh 155, and I get about 200 grams of carbs every day and about 75 grams of fat every day. I tried low carb (under 50) and was miserable. I tried low fat (under 30), and was always hungry. The balance really helps me feel good and doesn’t hinder my gym performance.

[@marcusfilly]

Balance is key. That's why experimenting is so valuable to find what works best for your body.

[@boblangford5514]

@@marcusfillyYes, it definitely takes time. I just find that not worrying about strict adherences to macros really allows you to eat more variety, even when in a calorie deficit. I don’t like the idea that I can’t eat certain foods.

[@mikafoxx2717]

High carb doesn't equal low fat, per se.

[@imma_cat]

I’ve been thriving on carbs for years. I only put in a protein shake to help my muscle recovery after a big workout. I’ve gotten so strong on a low protein diet. Just gotta eat real food!

[@AntiChannel1]

Exactly. As a skinny guy no carb aka keto diet made me lose even more weight, which bmi showed me I'm severely underweight, and eating more meat didn't help. Plus it also made me constipated, and nothing helped. Now i eat balanced diet, and it's perfect. Low carb can mean low G.I, no junk/fast food all the time, cakes, etc. Just occasionally.

[@colindavidson6483]

I mean bro… the amount of work to look like you do. Incredible

[@marcusfilly]

Thanks so much brother

[@JohanFitFoodie]

Definitely going to add back carbs after cutting down, nothing beats starting the day fuelled by stable energy from protein oats 🔥😊🥣🍫

[@scottyg5403]

Being a big MMA fan I follow Mike dolce and the dolce diet channel! The guy has trained more champions than most and he used to have a shirt saying I EAT CARBS!! I guess for people who are just trying to lose weight a low-carb diet might work but you're right for performance you've got to eat good clean carbs and of course protein and fats!! 🏋️🏋️🥊🥊🥋🥋

[@neevshriker9458]

Love it bro great video!

[@marcusfilly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@johnsalariane6216]

Never mind, Health And Longevity

[@followthepinkline]

Great video What carbs should we be eating!? Pasta, pizza ok?

[@mj625]

My energy levels and performance are better while ketogenic. There is a missing link never discussed to figure out why some people prefer one over the other.

[@karni_kaur]

This is a great post 💯

[@marcusfilly]

thank you for following along!

[@stevencokley1764]

I say this, whatever works for you do it. I am on a keto intermittent fasting diet and i lost 120lbs in 6months. With saying that more power to you.

[@andyjcoop]

Man that pull up twisty thing looks dope

[@marcusfilly]

Muscle up city!

[@WaffleToffle30]

I’ve went through my own phases of restricting groups and food items etc. and who would’ve known just a normal deficit and healthy balance got me the farthest. I gotta fix my hard head lol 😂

[@marcusfilly]

So many of us have struggled with this. Simple and sustainable is the way.

[@mikafoxx2717]

​@@marcusfillySo much this. The people feeling better doing either are doing so because they ate less junk/less in general. Exercise and decent diet are the best. I do eat lower saturated fat however, especially when bulking so I don't clog things up.

[@wildfernweddings4187]

How much do you recommend for people wanting to build muscle?

[@randyhigginbotham1957]

How is the CGM reading with the carbs you have added in your diet? Is there crazy spikes and drops in sugar? What CGM do you use?

[@garysaunders1546]

Love the content as always. What sort of macro percentages would you say you hit with high carbs for csrbs fats protein?

[@krokajan1]

This is exactly me. I was able to get very lean and look good on low carb high fat high protein, but i wasnt as strong and i was lacking pump.

[@Deadbolthead]

High or low is fine and scientifically has been shown to be equal. What matters is which form of energy your body is adapted to burning. Carbs or Fat.

[@Demonzico]

I'm either insanely impressed by crossfitters or very disappointed. They're either like basically calisthenics or just doing everything but lazily and making it too easy. 🔥 Job man.

[@Thesouthbeastc]

2 cubs of rice every meal 5x a day not a pound of fat gained 10 pounds of lost That’s obviously because I been doing a lot of intense training so it’s defenitly helps with recovery

[@marcusfilly]

Rice is the king for recovery

[@jluttjoh]

Most aren't working out like you do and carbs just break down into sugar. You can't eat the carbs you do and not be fat for many people. Some have to reverse what they already did to themselves and then can add some things back in.

[@ArsenalAK47AZ]

Good honest advice

[@lefthandedfork3337]

I feel like I used to get better pumps and feel flat now. Any tips ?

[@marcusfilly]

Has anything in your nutrition changed?

[@lefthandedfork3337]

@@marcusfilly I think my nutrition is all over the place unfortunately. I tend to eat a lot of chicken I’d say haha lots of inconsistent clean eating I just remember when I was much leaner I’d get way better pumps I don’t know I guess

[@blacklistlitigation9380]

Good for you eating carbs for always on extreme or hard exercise.... but for those who aren't.... well....

[@TTR83]

24/7 exercise. Why exercise just eat smart.

[@mio____5547]

”I didn’t need carbs” and then literally the very next thing he says is ”lots of veggies” 💀🙏 genius

[@YellowLimp]

If you train like Marcus Filly, definitely have carbs broo the amount of anaerobic energy systems work is insane on top of resistance training

[@lovekind3827]

Thank you.....learning.....

[@marcusfilly]

Keep learning!

[@UncleSwell707]

My thing is this: what’s considered high carbs vs low carbs? Is 100 grams of carbs per day high? Is 50 gs high? Is low carbs 20 grams or less per day? I’m trying to test and see what level is right.

[@blastedpotato]

It’s a paradox tho. Lower carb usually makes me leaner which is a performance advantage in my sport, but higher carbs gives me more energy which is also a performance advantage. It’s important to find a good balance between the two.

[@canadianboymike8747]

So with this shift in mentality do you still fast or does it not make sense with this way of thinking?

[@marcusfilly]

I don't follow a rigid fasting schedule, but I generally get a 12 hour fast overnight.

[@canadianboymike8747]

@@marcusfilly cool! I think that’s the most sustainable as well while training.

[@chriswilson1968]

Low card is low energy. I love my clean carbs plus they are very good for you with tons of vitamins and antioxidants. I eat yellow potatoes with almost every dinner.

[@connorhunter9394]

I stopped buying protein powder now I just buy 6 pints of whole milk every 2 days powder is just whey and whole milk is whey and casein 1 pint of milk has 19.88g of protein so 3 pints a day is 59.64g of protein and cost price is £1.65 for 6 pints !!! Also it’s packed with so many nutrients!!!

[@connorhunter9394]

If your wanting the brake down 100ml = 3.5g 568ml = 1 pint 3.5g x 5.68 = 19.88g - Nutrition Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin B12 Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) Niacin (Vitamin B3) Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) Vitamin B6 Folate (Vitamin B9) Calcium Phosphorus Magnesium Potassium Zinc Selenium

[@marioespinoza8403]

He said something very true: when he eat with carbs he didnot intruduce fats and vicerversa.

[@frankcole5220]

Thanks bro. Your the best love your channel by the way!!!!💯💯💯💯💯💯❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@marcusfilly]

Wow, thanks so much! 👊

[@frankcole5220]

@@marcusfilly your very welcome. Have a great rest of your day.🥰🥰🥰🥰❤❤❤❤🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@MarkRodriguez-l4m]

You understand it takes a year or so for your mitochondria to adapt to a high fat diet. Also you need to eat a lot of fat to be fully adapted. Carbs are Fast Fuel so our mitochondria numbers are low overall

[@jonni2768]

I am low INSULINE! Whether you are high carb or fat as long as you are active and you are keeping glucose spikes manageable and not forcing the body shoot shoot out tons of insulin do what works for you

[@matyastorok]

It depends on your goal and the type of training you do really, as well as how your body handles carbs. If you grow love handles probably lower your carbs. If you do high volume training, increase your carbs. If you do high intensity meaning heavy weight but way lower volume you will probably not use much of your carbs and your body will store the excess as fat.

[@marcusfilly]

It's all about what works for your body

[@Devincoplan1982]

I have always ate high carbs, I dunno what I would eat if I didn’t. I’m 42 year old female 5’1 and 108lbs. My favorite exercise is running.

[@bejitason3770]

I’ve been in a high carb diet and is not sustainable not everyone has the luxury of training everyday and carbs get you big I prefer to be more lean and keeping all the strength I don’t get tired on low carb diet and no sugar because there’s other factors that can contribute to getting tired

[@Innate47i1]

It all depends. From a healthy metabolic standpoint, yes carbs. Even if you’re skinny or jacked but you’ve been eating an excess or unnatural carbs for years you could have done damage to your metabolic health. Which then you would have to be mindful of carb consumption.

[@odysseasmoschidis9658]

Excellent!❤

[@marcusfilly]

Glad you like it!

[@odysseasmoschidis9658]

@@marcusfilly Thanks for teaching from your experience!

[@shannondavis5310]

Nice one bro

[@tonictones]

Carbs are king if you want to push the hardest in life and in sport! Not talking about pizza, donuts, and ice cream which are high in fat, but pasta, rice, potatoes, and fruit!

[@OlyMar83]

If you active 💯 carbs are essential for performance. But if you sedentary…low carb 💯

[@OlyMar83]

@@joshuawhite1692 that’s pretty good bro. imagine you did have carbs! Damn! You would probs increase x2 your weight and distance.

[@venomf0]

​@@OlyMar83and tons of health issues

[@DC-pp8xf]

⁠@@venomf0You will have health issues if you eat too little carbs or too many carbs. Only idiots take things to extremes.

[@OlyMar83]

@@venomf0 if you active, then you using the carbs you ate. If you go to bed right after you have a shit load of carbs and spike your insulin, your body just going to think “what do we do with all this energy? He is not moving, let’s just store it (fat)” and that when health problems occur. Then it gets to a point where your body runs out of storage and starts storing fat in between organs, your legs, stomach etc.

[@killerpro6982]

​@@OlyMar83 Except all that happens when you end up eating more than your maintenance calories and have very less physical activity . Overconsumption of carbs isn't the problem as long as you are under your maintenance calories .

[@mrb7582]

Gibt es in den USA Spar?

[@trunkssoliz]

Whats the deal with hardly ever eating berries? Genuinely asking

[@marcusfilly]

I regularly eat berries! My goal is to get as much variety in my fruits and veggies as possible each week.

[@SANJAY-un3pc]

Balance in all things.

[@marcusfilly]

💯

[@Ryu_Shotokan]

Sugar is addictive and makes me lethargic and the weight just never seemed to come off no matter how much training I was doing

[@tobeymaguire9053]

Sugar≠carbs. Only way to lose weight is calorie deficit anyway.

[@bumblebower1529]

@@tobeymaguire9053no sugar is carbs and carbs are sugar lol it’s quite literally science all carbs Break down into sugar

[@zygis4000]

​@@tobeymaguire9053you're so wrong on that

[@Faceless_Chat]

I know what you are saying... Same for me, I dont know why. I just cant lose weight... I literally have to go in to 1000-1200 cal deficit to lose weight... It's insane. If I do 500 Cal deficit... nothing happens... And yes, I do count my calories with a scale. I workout 1h30m 5 times a week (pushing to failure 90% of sets), and do 5-6 mile walks 5 times a week. Unless i am in INSANE caloric deficit, I lose zero weight...

[@zygis4000]

@@Faceless_Chat you might have elevated insulin levels that are preventing you from losing weight, normally no one should need to lower their calories that much, I would recommend you to look into keto/carnivore diets, those are the best things for weight loss and health wise since it solves a lot of health problems

[@zacharylim5069]

Carbs are not our enemy but our friend 💪

[@jmannz1]

FACTS

[@MixMeister5000]

Depends which carbs and how much. Many people have inflammation and many illnesses due to carbs.

[@WhatsIQ]

​@@MixMeister5000no they don't.

[@skyriminspace]

​@MixMeister5000 it's never the only factor.

[@TTR83]

​@@WhatsIQSomehow those high carb diets have made us sicker and sicker.

[@fabri2461998]

I think the reason a lot of people have a bad relationship with carbs and cut them out is because their diet is carbage to begin with so the carbs they eat are also garbage. If you have a whole based organic diet with quality foods nothing should be cut out of the diet, no less carbs

[@marcusfilly]

Quality first, always!

[@BroJerHWG]

Carnivore diet has been a miraculous game changer... autoimmune disease, prediabetic, high blood pressure, obesity, 150 days now... 70 disabled... the carbs were destroying me and making me dependant upon medical doctors and expensive prescriptions... i am seeing SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION IN INFLAMATION THAT IS THE CAUSE OF ALL THESE CHRONIC DISEASES I HAVE...reducing the inflamation will result in the reversal of these diseases...😂😂😂😂😂

[@_sacredseven_]

Take your Body weight in Lbs. Eat that many grams of each macro daily. I'm 5,'8", 150 lbs. Probably about 10% body fat. And that puts me at 2400 calories a day. Still a relatively low carb diet. But amino acids and fatty acids are more of a priority to get quality sources. Carbs are usually the cheapest and most available food source. So you can just backfill as needed.

[@h0llyn1gga]

I eat around 150 grams of fat, 200 grams carbs (all from fruits and honey) and 150 grams of protein(animal protein) I workout and cycle daily and i feel good. I'm 17 years old

[@marcusfilly]

Keep up the hard work!

[@h0llyn1gga]

@@marcusfilly ty love ur work

[@WhatsIQ]

You should add some vegetables too

[@gingersnap2635]

Yo how many pull-ups can you do?

[@marcusfilly]

Are we talking strict pull ups?

[@houstonjr.2616]

Usually high carbs causes me to cramp... just yesterday i had a cheat day eating high carbs and i ended up having debilitating cramps in my legs smh

[@watching789]

Carbs from the right sources are important

[@TTR83]

No, carbohydrates are not important.

[@SohumDua]

Balanced diet?

[@LeonPerry]

My strength and performance on high carbs are better, but my strength is not as robust on zero-carb, although my energy levels on zero-carb are amazing.

[@andythompson4448]

What’s ur macros with higher carbs ?

[@marcusfilly]

400g carb 200g pro 80-100g fat

[@andythompson4448]

@@marcusfilly 3300 calories gotcha ! I’m about 185 pound I have hard time only eating that much I get to hungry and stay lean eating between 3500 and 4000 at top end

[@andythompson4448]

@@marcusfilly have you ever experimented with higher protein like 1.5 grams per pound ? Or

[@michaeljohnson2922]

For centuries populations have lived off of carbohydrates, some still do. I lost 47 pounds eating both but potatoes and felt incredible the entire time. Weight just flew off of me.

[@rachelbrondel5858]

Do you mean you ate only potatoes?

[@gabrieldrapeau]

Whats your rope?

[@WhatsIQ]

I get around 160g protein, 50-60g fat, 200g carbs while in a deficit

[@coachavon]

Similar to what I am adopting for maintenance.