There is always talk about “good” and “bad” carbs. It’s an overly simplistic approach, but can certainly be a helpful foundation for the fighter looking to make healthier food choices.

1. Learn about the Glycemic Index from www.glycemicindex.com. Simply put, the Glycemic Index rates carbohydrates based on how quickly or slowly they elevate blood sugar levels.
2. Save fruits and other quick energy carbohydrate sources for the morning and try to avoid them directly before going to bed. If you are going to spike your blood sugar, use the spike to start your day or workout strong.
3. The fewer ingredients the better. 100% Durum Whole Wheat or Steel Cut Oats are two smart carbohydrate choices that contain just one ingredient.

Like the post, “What is the Best Diet for MMA” explains MMA athletes must eat the part of an elite athlete and have a good MMA diet.  For example, an analogy is if you could be a car, what kind of car would you like to be? Most people say, “Ferrari or Lamborghini”, but neither of them is the fastest car in speed performance.