At RZone Fitness, we want you feeling strong, energized, and ready to give your all. A key part of that? **Favorable complex carbohydrates**—used the right way.
Over the years, there’s been so much confusion around complex carbs. The truth is, not all carbs are created equal. What we want to **avoid** are **processed and ultra-processed carbs**—things like chips, pastries, white bread, and sugary snacks. These are *manufactured carbs* that often work against your goals.
What we want to **choose** are **supportive, favorable carbs** that fuel your body and work *with* your RZone workouts:
Favorable, Supportive Carbs to Power Your Day & Your Workout
Choose from these low-glycemic, fiber-rich options that support energy, fat loss, and lean muscle:
✅ Sweet potatoes
✅ Baked potatoes (with skin)
✅ Wild rice – high fiber, nutty flavor, slow-digesting
✅ Black rice (forbidden rice) – rich in antioxidants, great fiber profile
✅ Quinoa (tri-color or red) – slightly higher fiber and antioxidant content than white quinoa
✅ Steel-cut oats – slower digesting than rolled oats, better blood sugar control
✅ Sprouted oatmeal – supports gut health and digestibility
✅ Ezekiel grain bread – made from sprouted whole grains
✅ Legumes (lentils, black beans, chickpeas, etc.)
Your portion: 30–40 grams of carbs per serving, timed at specific meals. Always include one serving after your RZone workout to refuel and rebuild.
✅ And remember: Always include adequate protein based on your lean body mass.
✅ Any time you can include vegetables with your favorable carbs and add essential fats (like avocado, olive oil, nuts, or seeds), that will be ideal for digestion, hormone support, and long-term results.
The right carb, the right portion, at the right time.
We recommend **30 to 40 grams** of these favorable carbs at specific meals throughout the day. And no matter what time you train, your **post-workout meal should always include a serving** of a favorable complex carb.
Why it matters:
* Boosts your daily energy
* Improves workout performance
* Helps you burn more calories
* Supports fat loss and lean muscle mass
You don’t need to fear carbs. You just need to understand which ones work for you—and when.
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