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#66 ENGL: The Science of Carbohydrate Recommendations for Athletes - with Dr. Tim Podlogar

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In this discussion with one of the leading experts of carbohydrate research within athletes, Dr. Tim Podlogar, with discuss the following topics:

  • Based on what assumptions are the current recommendations for daily carbohydrate intake for athletes based?
  • What factors should be taken into account when recommending certain amounts of carbs?
  • How should practitioners use the recommendations when they DO NOT work with elite endurance athletes?
  • How does the training status affect carbohydrate metabolism and recommendations?
  • Intra-Workout carbs
    • Are very high intakes of > 120g/h backed up by science?
    • Is there any advantage of using other carb sources other than glucose and fructose?
    • What is the ideal ratio of the different carb sources?
    • What is behind the hype of cyclcing dextrin?
    • How can you resolve gut issues?

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