The 7 Day Carb Cycle...

By: Kelsey Heenan, HIITBURN
________________

Carbohydrates are one of the most talked about topics in health and fitness. Yet, one thing we've learned over the last several years, is people do not want to give up their favorite carbs. I know I don't. That said...

It is important to understand the best way to eat your carbs in order to get the results you want. Here at HIITBURN, we use a strategy called "Carb Cycling" which is basically eating higher amounts of carbs on certain days throughout the week and lower amounts on other days. I know that sounds simple, however, it works extremely well.

Now, knowing which Carb Cycle to start with is very important because depending on your goals and starting point, will determine which Carb Cycle is right for you. So before we move on, go to the link below and take our Carb Cycling Quiz so that you can know the exact Carb Cycle that is right for your body...

Now that we've defined which Carb Cycle is right for you to start with through our quiz, let's cover what a sample 7-Day Carb Cycle would look like...

7-Day Carb Cycle Guidelines...

There are a few general guidelines when it comes to Carb Cycling, but don't worry, they are extremely simple and do NOT require you to count calories or weigh your foods. In fact...

We NEVER recommend counting calories or weighing food. Instead, we want to teach you how to eat intuitively and to understand what your body needs so that you can look and feel your best. So...

Let's get to the super simple guidelines...​

1) Lower Carb Days = High Fat Days

On your lower carb days, you are going to be getting your energy from protein and healthy fats. ​So focus on getting the majority of your carbs from veggies and fruits. Then add in healthy fats like nuts, seeds, nut butter, avocado, etc. 

2) High Carb Days = Low Fat Days

On your higher carb days, you are going to be getting your energy from protein and carbs. ​So try to keep your fat intake lower, and instead focus on eating lots of healthy carbs like potatoes, sweet potatoes, rice, beans, etc. 

3) Cook all your meals in healthy fats.

We like using Grass Fed Butter and Coconut Oil for cooking, and this is what we recommend you use for cooking for all meals (on both lower and higher carb days)

4) Eat when you are hungry and until you are satisfied. 

That means no counting calories or weighing your foods. Simply listen to your body and eat when you are hungry and until you are satisfied. 

Now that we have covered that, I want to give you a simple 7-Day Carb Cycle example plan that you can implement and follow this week...

(Remember, this is a sample plan. Make sure you take the Carb Cycling Quiz to know which Carb Cycling schedule​ is best for YOU)

Sample 7-Day Carb Cycle Plan...

Monday: Lower Carb
Tuesday: Lower Carb
Wednesday: Higher Carb
Thursday: Lower Carb
Friday: Lower Carb 
Saturday: High Carb
Sunday: Low Carb Breakfast, Flex Meals The Rest Of The Day

Now, this is just an example of what a 7-Day Carb Cycle can look like. One of the many great things about Carb Cycling is it's based on YOUR body. 

That is why you should take our Carb Cycling Quiz so that we can show you which Carb Cycle schedule is BEST for your body and goals. 

To do so, click the "Take The Quiz" button below and we will show you the exact Carb Cycle to start with...

TAKE THE QUIZ >>