A look at diet plans for the active trainer.

Garry Y. Itkin is all about health and fitness, and he shares what he knows on this site to readers everywhere. 

For this blog, Garry Y. Itkin looks at some of the best diet plans for athletes, CrossFitters, or anyone who regularly engages in high-intensity workouts. 

Protein, protein, and protein: No other type of food is more important to the development and growth of the muscles than protein. As such, people who actively train need at least 30% of protein in their daily diet. The more serious individuals calculate their protein intake, with the rule of thumb being 0.5g or 1g of protein for every kilogram of bodyweight. Sometimes, if a person truly engages in intense daily workouts, they take 1.25g of protein for every kilogram of bodyweight. 

Functional carbohydrates: While some keto enthusiasts may balk at the idea of consuming carbs, Garry Y. Itkin mentions that some carbs are as good as energy sources. These functional carbs, which come in the form of sweet potatoes, fruits, and other veggies, are great for digestion as well. They are also abundant in glycogen, which is stored in both the muscles and liver and can help a person get through intense training sessions. 

Protein shakes: Back to protein-centric food, Garry Y. Itkin explains that most of the time, people fail to hit their required daily protein intake. Protein shakes help them reach the number. Whey protein and other supplements are a great addition to one’s diet.