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How much carbs and protein should i be consumig to get the best results from weigh training?

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40%protein40%cerb: Of total calories consumed for weight training and weight lifters are recommended 40% of total calories from protein 40% of calories from carbs 20% of calories from fat.

Answered 4/3/2013

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