Macro partitioning
Professional indoor and beach volleyball players consistently fail to meet recommended carbohydrate intake levels, averaging 4.01 g/kg/day against a recommended 5-10 g/kg/day.
If you play competitive volleyball, your current carb intake is likely too low for optimal performance. Aim to increase carbohydrates to at least 5 grams per kilogram of body weight daily, especially on training days, to support your energy demands.
carbohydrate (CHO) intake average for those athletes accounts for approximately 4.01 g/kg/day... carbohydrate values notably fall short of the recommended 5-10 g·(kg·day) range.
Why this rating
Based on a narrative review of 13 observational studies; evidence is consistent but lacks high-quality RCTs on the specific population.
Source
Nutritional Practices Among Professional Indoor and Beach Volleyball Players: A Brief Narrative Review
Flavia Pereira et al. · Research Directs in Strength and Performance · 2023
DOI 10.53520/rdsp2023.10587
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