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Don’t Cut Corners on Carbs

Don't cut corners on carbs. In order to train hard, you need to replenish the carbs you burn on a daily basis. If you cut carbs, your workouts will suffer. Eat a carb-rich snack and/or drink a carb-containing beverage right after workouts, and again an hour or two later to help jumpstart recovery after workouts.

Protein and Calories

Contrary to popular belief, protein is not the most important nutrient for muscle building — instead, calories get that distinction. Building muscle takes energy and if you aren't supplying your body with enough energy (calories), muscle building is tough. So, when building muscle is your goal, be sure to take in an extra 500 calories daily, along with adequate protein.

More Protein Is Not Better

When it comes to protein for muscle building, more is not better. Somewhere in the range of 15–25 grams of protein in close proximity to a workout will provide the maximum muscle-building effect. Taking in more protein than this won't make a difference.

Low Iron Stores

Low iron stores is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies seen in athletes, especially women. Iron helps carry oxygen around the body and to working muscles. If you have insufficient iron stores, it can cause fatigue and negatively impact performance — during your workouts and your day. Iron Girl™ Energy bar by PowerBar^® provides 40% of the Daily Value (DV) for iron to help you maintain your iron stores.

Nutrients for Athletic Women

There are several nutrients that are especially important to athletic women. Achieving an adequate intake of iron, calcium and B vitamins will help the fit female maintain her performance and a healthy body. Because these nutrients are so important, you'll find food options that support a women's healthy lifestyle. For example, Iron Girl™ Energy Bar by PowerBar^® provides 40% of the Daily Value (DV) for iron, 20% DV for calcium and for B vitamins: 45% DV riboflavin, 35% DV niacin, 40% DV vitamin B6, 20% DV folate and 25% DV pantothenic acid.

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