Fueling for Performance
Proper fueling during long runs is crucial to avoid muscle breakdown and maintain performance. Relying on fasted runs may backfire, as the body can resort to metabolizing protein for energy. Understanding the relationship between glucose and glycogen is essential for optimizing energy use and enhancing running efficiency.In this clip
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The Running Explained Podcast
s2/e08 The Science of "Aerobic" & "Anaerobic" Running with Coach Laura Norris (@lauranorrisrunning)
Related Questions
If someone runs out of carbohydrates during exercise, would their body rather use fat or protein as fuel?
If someone runs out of carbohydrates during exercise, would their body rather use fat or protein as fuel according to the episode How Lactate & Metabolism Influence Performance, the clip \[Carbohydrate Breakdown]{sid=chunk\_2286556}, the episode Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Physical Endurance & Lose Fat | Huberman Lab Guest Series, and the clip \[Metabolic Flexibility Explained]{sid=chunk\_2286556}?
If someone runs out of carbohydrates during exercise, would their body rather use fat or protein as fuel according to the episode How Lactate & Metabolism Influence Performance, the clip \[Carbohydrate Breakdown]{sid=chunk\_2286556}, the episode Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Physical Endurance & Lose Fat | Huberman Lab Guest Series, and the clip \[Metabolic Flexibility Explained]{sid=chunk\_2286556}?