Low carb and ketones

[ElyDave]

Measured ketones for the first time in a while today.

came in at 1.4

Would that be within the usual range for a low carb diet?

 

[Brunneria]

hi, long time no see!

This chart is a good guide

 

[ElyDave]

Ta

And likewise

 

[Brunneria]

have you discovered the Volek and Phinney book on LC performance?
It is waaaaay above my head (and performance), but you may find it fascinating.
They work with endurance athletes.

 

[ElyDave]

Yes, I have a copy. may give it another read.

 

[vxrich]

@ElyDave just out of interest did you take the reading before or after any kind of training? I take it by your avatar that you're a runner?

 

[ElyDave]

That was this morning after my coffee with coconut oil, butter and double cream.

I am a runner but taking a few days off at the no end to try and alleviate a case of shin splints/ calf tightness ahead of a new years eve 10k. I also cycle and do other bits and pieces.

 

[vxrich]

Have you tried compression socks? I acquired a calf injury about 6 months ago and started wearing them and no problems since. Swear by them now even on the bikes. Look a bit of a tit in the swimming pool tho! Hehe

 

[ElyDave]

Use calf sleeves on longer runs, but may start on the shorter stuff as well. Also have some longer injinjis to keep the calves warm