Thinking of CKD... Is it healthy? + other Q's

[hesselite]

Mr. X, or another knowledgeable individual,

I'm looking at trying the CKD, but I'm turned off by the high fat consumption. I tried Atkins for a while but for the most part tried to stick to it with low fat foods there also. Something Dr. Atkins mentioned in his book is how we have been brainwashed into thinking all fats are bad. I certainly know that olive oil, nuts, flax, fish oils, etc. are all fantastic (that information is backed by numerous studies).

So, my questions are as follows:

1) Will this rise in fats consumption raise cholesterol to unsafe levels? How would you recommend keeping track of cholesterol?

2) I've done all the calculations for the diet; is it best to split the calories into 6 even meals, or should I consume more fats/protein at particular times during the day, or just space the calories into 6 even meals?

3) Days consisting of AM cardio + workout, should those be done back-to-back, or can I workout in the evening?

4) How many exercises/sets/reps should be done during regular workouts?

5) Could you point me to a list of good fats?

Sorry for the length, and I greatly appreciate input!

-Hess

[Mr.X]

So, my questions are as follows:

1) Will this rise in fats consumption raise cholesterol to unsafe levels? How would you recommend keeping track of cholesterol?
that all depends on the type of fats you eat, I recommend 40%EFA/30%MONO/10%saturated/20%misc.
*I don't think it's unsafe, to be sure follow the fat intake guidelines and check CL levels monthly


2) I've done all the calculations for the diet; is it best to split the calories into 6 even meals, or should I consume more fats/protein at particular times during the day, or just space the calories into 6 even meals?6 meals is fine

3) Days consisting of AM cardio + workout, should those be done back-to-back, or can I workout in the evening?cardio PM, workout AM

4) How many exercises/sets/reps should be done during regular workouts?check my CKD manual and TKD manuals - I usually suggest no more than 4-5 sets per bodypar (large) and 2-3 sets per small bodypart

5) Could you point me to a list of good fats?
Flaxseed oil, MCT oil, UDO's choice, Olive oil, walnut oil, canola oil, pumpkinseed oil

Mr.X

[hesselite]

PM cardio? I was always under the impression that AM cardio was best. Is that not the case while in ketosis?

[hesselite]

Oh... and thanks again for the input!

[Mr.X]

Originally posted by hesselite
PM cardio? I was always under the impression that AM cardio was best. Is that not the case while in ketosis?

AM workout, AM is when you have the most energy after the sunday (or anyday) carb-up. PM is cardio b/c energy (high-intensity) expenditures are lower.

Mr.X