Research
Metabolic adaptation
Daily carbohydrate (CHO) intake during exercise was significantly below the moderate recommendation of 30 g·h-1, averaging approximately 11.5 g·h-1.
Athletes should ensure adequate carbohydrate intake during exercise to meet performance recommendations.
StrongRefutesmedium confidence
Mean in-exercise CHO intake (~11.5 g·h-1) was significantly under the moderate 30 g·h-1 recommendation.
Why this rating
Based on the analysis of dietary records during exercise.
Source
Nutrition Periodization in Recreational Endurance Athletes During Training Camp – Case study
Michal Kumstát et al. · Studia sportiva · 2024
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