Carb Loading Insights

Jonah shares that for marathon runners, carb loading can require an intake of 10 to 12 grams of carbs per kilogram of body weight, which can lead to consuming an overwhelming amount of carbs the day before a race. Jason highlights the good news: there's no need for a lengthy depletion phase, and the carb load can be condensed to just one or two days. However, both express concerns about potential gastrointestinal issues that may arise from such high carb consumption right before race day.