I would also emphasis the importance of including sufficient amount of EFAs in the diet. Fats are essential to body for muscle growth, fat metabolism, etc as these cannot be

made readily by the body.

I for one have made the mistake over the years of just focusing on carbs/proteins and not enough on my fat sources.

For me with the addition of these (mega dosing fish oil, avocados, olive oil) I have personally seen a noticeable difference in the way I grow, recover etc. Noticeable I say.


All the macros need to be lined up correctly in order for optimal gains. During offseason fats/carbs should be a primary focus with protein relied more on during cutting phases IMO

I keep fruit in my diet during the offseason. Either a apple or grapefruit in the morning and a banana along with oats PWO. Just me and also I've been lurking around at other

boards that are more geared toward the competitive bodybuilder and it seems that a good bit of national level competitors are starting to keep more simple sugars in there

offseason diet....

Just throwig it out there.