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Hi all-
Did a search but didn't find much on anyone that has used the Ultimate Diet 2.0 as presented by Lyle McDonald-it's essentially carb cycling and he includes suggested workouts for glycogen depletion, etc. It looks pretty well thought out and researched-I'm probably going to give it a go for a 6-8 week bout. Does anyone have any experience, thoughts or comments on this program?
Thanks!
I tried that many years ago, and it's somewhat effective, yes. It depends on how well you stick with it, and your ability to change/calculate amounts based upon progress. Through experimentation on my own and with clients, I've found better/easier ways to achieve the desired outcome that many who use that diet are looking for.
~SC~
Thanks SC-
I sat down today and calculated all the calories, percentages, etc-I put those and the workouts into a Word file so I have it all. It is a little severe-I'm sure I'm going to be a bit of a basket case in the carb depletion stage. I've been doing a more standard "diet", based loosely on the cutting sticky, losing about a pound a week-I decided to cut way back on my cardio (take some time off from my endurance sport) and give this a go...I figured a shock to the system may not be a bd thing...any suggestions from what your experience has shown you?
Bump...anyone else?
From what I've read it a good diet, Lyle knows his shit....But its very hard to stick to...If you can you should see good success, like SC said. It's def not a great option for everyone and the same results can be obtained other ways.
Started it today-OK so far. I think I'll be able to stick to it pretty well-I'm nothing if not pigheaded. Plus the idea of carb-loading is enough to get me through depletion I think-already thinking about some high carb low fat stuff that I'll be able to eat that I haven't had in a very long time. I was right on with my calories and macro percentages today-thank goodness for FitDay! Thanks for your help!
UD2.0 is a great diet.
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/forums/
Here is a forum that has a UD2.0 section. You should find/findout everything you need here.
Best of luck and stick too it
Thanks SabaGoy-I tried but I can't find anyhting except the Anoouncements forum...PM me if I'm doing something wrong.
Into day 3 of carb depletion-feeling a bit wonky-not used to 50g carbs/day! Feeling OK though abd ready to keep at it.
Never mind, got it. Thanks!
Keep us updated!
I noticed all my typos in my earlier post today-whew! Definitely was wonky then-I really can spell! I've just finished my allotment of carbs for today so this is probably the clearest I'll be. Lost 4 lbs of water in the past 2 days from carb intake about 50g per day-amazing how that happens! Using Fitday really helps me keep an eye on intake, how much to go for the day, etc. so it's easier to make adjustments as needed.
I use fitday too...pretty much everything i eat i put in the custom section...it helps sooo much to keep track...wait till your carb load really ofsets the week :). Stay over on that other board cause most people dont know what your going through :aaGreen22
Thanks-carb loading today which has been nice-so good to be able to eat some fruit! Thursday I was really feeling the depletion-at least I know I did it right. I'm getting really full really quickly after I eat, I think I'll have a hard time getting ini all the carbs, but that's probably not terrible since my goal is fat loss anyway. I honestly haven't been too impressed with the bodyrecompostion forum-I didn't get much concrete help from posting, just a lot of obnoxious guys. Maybe it gets better-I'll keep an open mind.
Thanks again!
Yeah I know what you mean with a lot of people on there…Very sarcastic and worthless thread whores hahah :)…I would be careful on how much fruit you eat and avoid all products with high fructose corn syrup…If you have any Qs I can try to help..not promising any best feel free to PM.
Thanks-I had 1 banana, 1 apple and 1/2 c of blueberries and that's it for the day-I acctually don't eat anything that has high fructose corn syrup ever so that's not a problem...thanks and I'm sure I'll be PM'ing you!
Sounds good...I have been doing UD2.0 for the past 13 weeks...i hate my life but im ripped :) I have plenty of little tips and tricks to help survive the low... low days.