Research
Macro partitioning
Nutrient intake and timing should be periodized in relation to exercise and the competition calendar to promote physiological adaptations and performance capacity.
Change what and when you eat based on your training schedule. Eat more carbs and calories during high-volume/high-intensity blocks. Reduce intake slightly during rest or low-volume phases to manage body composition without compromising health.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
Nutrient intake and timing in relation to exercise and as part of the periodization of an athlete’s training and competition calendar can also promote physiological adaptations and performance capacity.
Why this rating
Based on consensus recommendations and case studies rather than definitive RCTs for all scenarios.
Source
An Integrated, Multifactorial Approach to Periodization for Optimal Performance in Individual and Team Sports
Iñigo Mujika et al. · International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance · 2018
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