Atkins and Exercise
Hi everyone,
I just wanted to ask about your experiences with exercise (more specifically, running) on Atkins.
When I was on induction, I found running so much hard work it was almost impossible. As well as having a raised heartbeat throughout the day, my heartrate was way up and I was getting really tired even though I was running way slower than usual...
I've just been for my first run since raising my carbs above 30g, and wow what a difference. My heartrate was normal and I just ran a 5k under 30mins without having to push myself to the absolute limit (the best I did during induction was 31:40).
I have a half marathon coming up in April and I really want to beat my PB. I'm thinking I will keep my carbs at the level they are for a few weeks and that can be my weight loss phase, then I will have to raise them to be able to train properly.
Have you had the same problems with exercise? I know some people say that exercise in ketosis is easier for them, because they feel more energetic. I felt hyperactive, but when it came to actual exercise it was hard work.
Claire
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