Carb nite solution... Anyone tried it?

stick53

Just met with my ND yesterday and he has suggested the CNS for me. Really happy to see some posts shared here to get some insight.

Muscles_and_lipstick

I'm just getting ready to start CN, I'm optimistic about this!

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jmartimez9

I have been searching lime crazy to come up with something. I first started reading about carb cycling then I ran Into carb back loading and carb nite last I found was the iifym diet. I think I like carb nite the best. But I'm wondering how I find what macros to follow? How do I calculate these? Thanks for your help

Barbellarella_

So glad to find people new to Carb Nite. I don't have the book but Instagram has been a great resource. A lot of people post pictures with recipes and there are some great ideas.
This is THE BEST diet. Last night I sat on the couch watching tv and eating pepperonis.
For 2 months straight, I did Insanity and ate a 1200 calorie diet like it was a religion ... and lost 6 lbs. Not what I was hoping for. **you were doing it wrong, is why.**
Tomorrow I will be a week into CNS, and I have lost 4 lbs! **Mostly water weight from lowering your carb intake I would say** But my picture from last week compared to this week is what is so crazy to me. The picture looks like I have lost 8-10 pounds and I have more definition in my arms and stomach than I have ever seen. Clearly I am losing body fat while increasing my muscle mass. ***Highly unlikely*** I have never been so excited about weight-loss results.
To answer your question about net carbs, I do know that you can subtract fiber from your total carbs so as long as your net carbs are under 30, you're good. One question I haven't been able to get a solid answer on though, is sugar alcohols. I've read some things that say sugar alcohols will throw your body out of ketosis (the reason Carb Nite works) but some people say it depends on the person. I have to have a Diet Dr. Pepper every once in awhile so I just try to have it with a meat-only meal so as not to spike my insulin levels as much. If anybody has any feedback on that, I'd love to hear it.

One great thing that helps my sweet tooth is EAS AdvantEdge shakes. They're pre-made and I get mine at Kroger but you can also order them on Amazon I think. 110 calories so more a snack than a meal replacement. The chocolate is the only one I've tried and I really like it. 17 g of protein and 3 net carbs ( 4 carbs -1 g fiber ). Really hard to beat. Hope that helps!

^^^ See my bolded notes

I'm glad that y'all have found something that you feel is working for you. I'd bet my booty that 99% of you will not be doing this for the long haul tho. I've done lots of programs and fads like this over the years when I didn't know any better.

It is much better for my sanity to not restrict entire food groups, and then have a carb "binge" every certain amount of days.. I prefer eating at a slight caloric deficit, including treats that I enjoy including carbs everyday *gasp*.. And my results speak for themselves.

Myhaloslipped

So glad to find people new to Carb Nite. I don't have the book but Instagram has been a great resource. A lot of people post pictures with recipes and there are some great ideas.
This is THE BEST diet. Last night I sat on the couch watching tv and eating pepperonis.
For 2 months straight, I did Insanity and ate a 1200 calorie diet like it was a religion ... and lost 6 lbs. Not what I was hoping for. **you were doing it wrong, is why.**
Tomorrow I will be a week into CNS, and I have lost 4 lbs! **Mostly water weight from lowering your carb intake I would say** But my picture from last week compared to this week is what is so crazy to me. The picture looks like I have lost 8-10 pounds and I have more definition in my arms and stomach than I have ever seen. Clearly I am losing body fat while increasing my muscle mass. ***Highly unlikely*** I have never been so excited about weight-loss results.
To answer your question about net carbs, I do know that you can subtract fiber from your total carbs so as long as your net carbs are under 30, you're good. One question I haven't been able to get a solid answer on though, is sugar alcohols. I've read some things that say sugar alcohols will throw your body out of ketosis (the reason Carb Nite works) but some people say it depends on the person. I have to have a Diet Dr. Pepper every once in awhile so I just try to have it with a meat-only meal so as not to spike my insulin levels as much. If anybody has any feedback on that, I'd love to hear it.

One great thing that helps my sweet tooth is EAS AdvantEdge shakes. They're pre-made and I get mine at Kroger but you can also order them on Amazon I think. 110 calories so more a snack than a meal replacement. The chocolate is the only one I've tried and I really like it. 17 g of protein and 3 net carbs ( 4 carbs -1 g fiber ). Really hard to beat. Hope that helps!

^^^ See my bolded notes

I'm glad that y'all have found something that you feel is working for you. I'd bet my booty that 99% of you will not be doing this for the long haul tho. I've done lots of programs and fads like this over the years when I didn't know any better.

It is much better for my sanity to not restrict entire food groups, and then have a carb "binge" every certain amount of days.. I prefer eating at a slight caloric deficit, including treats that I enjoy including carbs everyday *gasp*.. And my results speak for themselves.

Amen to that! People always try to find a quick fix and end up finding out the hard way that they just need to practice moderation and maintain a deficit.

LuckySlydog

I'm classic Atkins and it works too I may not be at my goal weight but more importantly my blood work rocks.:happy: Keep up the lifestyle. You'll see the difference in how you feel if you stray or go off. And that's also motivation to keep it going. :bigsmile:

LIndaJeanAsh

There are lots of things you can do to satisfy your sweet tooth.The 'Fat Bomb' that one posted on here is excellent and you can do so much with full fat cream cheese,whipping cream,and a bit of sweetner. Makes a good low carb cheesecake.Go to Pinterest and look for Low Carb boards!

LIndaJeanAsh

Called 'Fat Bombs' in low carb/high fat woe.(Way Of Eating).

Kat5343

I started this last night.. An avid Atkin's fan.. I fell off the wagon for a few months and gained a ton!! The ONLY way I have ever lost is through restricting carbs. I noticed after only one day on this plan I have no bloating, no swollen ankles, and I feel great!!. I suspected I had a intolerance to certain carbs and that is probably why the painful bloating occurred.. I have high hopes for this.

Tydeclare44

If anyone still checks this thread:

Been doing CNS for 2 weeks now. Down about 10 pounds (mostly water) and I feel pretty good about myself. Not going to lie, it was really hard Sunday morning after my carb nite, but my body isn't screaming for carbs any more, so I can handle this again. Going to re-read the book to make sure I am getting everything correct, and going to clean up my carb nite a bit to hopefully create a bit of a quicker rebound.

I've spent countless hours (mostly at work ) researching keto diets, the carb nite solution and back loading. Doing so makes it so much easier to have willpower through the tough times of the diet, as you can visualize what is happening to your body, and you feel very knowledgeable about the subject. 2 of my friends have picked my brain and have decided to hop on this diet with me.

My one complaint is that the food I eat on the diet, while easy at first, becomes more and more bland. That's a me problem though, as I love to cook, and need to spice it up.

If anyone has any questions or needs support, feel free to add me.

P.S. - Coconut oil in coffee. You're welcome.

Carlosrose

Hi can anyone help me please I'm wanting to know from your experience. What would a days eating be like on the low carb days? Can someone post an example of a daily meals and a schedule please?

Heirgreat

Wasn't sustainable for me gained it all back-slowly losing now but better for the long haul for me-good luck to you who do it and it works for you forever

Aldennmom

I am going on week two of cns. I had Carb Nite last night ....may I add you for more ideas?

Tydeclare44

If anyone needs help. check my diary!

Edit: also, use http://keto-calculator.ankerl.com/ to calculate your macros

Capricci

Hi, guys:

I just re-visited this thread after a long absence, and found the following posts very helpful:

Landdesigner wrote: »

I recently heard the creator of this diet discuss how some women really need to limit their sugar and fat on their carb nights. For us ladies it is not a free-for-all.

So if any women have been having trouble with this, that might be the problem?

Found this article on the web: http://athlete.io/5302/kiefer-qa-the-carb-nite-solution-for-women/

Wow! I wish I'd known this earlier. The Carb Nite book (written by a young-ish male with a long history of lifting weights) does indeed make it sound like Carb Nite gives you an 8 hour "eat whatever you want" window every week.

Sadly, it does not seem to work that way unless you are 1) under 40 and/or 2) very active and/or 3) male.

So thanks for the super helpful link. I've been working the Carb Nite protocol along with another regimen since the start of January this year, and have been making steady progress.

geewrd wrote: »

I've been doing a hypocaloric version of Carb nite for 3 months, while lifting, and playing club level ultimate. I limit the amount of traditional cardio I do, since it supposedly can cause your body to start hording fat to use as energy according to the author of CNS (http://athlete.io/5343/why-women-should-not-run/). I've found this to be fairly true. The longer I jog, the less weight I lose.

I've switched entirely to low volume, high intensity training over the last few months, and I've seen the best results of my life.

That article link was very helpful, and well worth sharing.

I'm just beginning a strength training program (like I was "about to do" earlier in this thread), and with both the food and exercise protocols in place I expect to see continued progress. Eventually I'd like to upgrade to a variation of the "Carb Backloading" protocol, however that will probably have to wait until I've built enough strength and muscle mass to do a strenuous enough workout to "qualify".

Thanks to everyone who has been researching this and sharing useful info!

timtoolmantaylor33

What if your 8th day on the CNS and you go over 30g a total 65 one nite. I am 6’8” and have started jog/ walk every two days for about 30 mins. Do I have to completely start over or do I still have me carb night on the 10th day?