Quote Originally Posted by Queen
That's where I get confused about it too, I could live on my fat stores for a loooong time without "needing" food. I just assumed my body didn't ever need to carbo load because it couldn't possibly run out of fuel??

Thanks for the links. I know it's a warped view but I keep thinking "once I get thinner THEN I'll start paying attention to eating right for a sport".
I think that the "carbo load" is what is throwing you off. You don't need to load, you just need to eat a balance of calories (carbs, protein, and <shudder> fat too) to support your activity level.

I think that any of the three books listed above will help with a realistic view of food and exercise. In fact, Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook does include a chapter on losing weight. The others may too, but I'm not at home right now so I can't check. I'd be happy to look at the books when I get home if you're interested.

--- Denise