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The Impact of Carbohydrate Intake on Performance and Training Adaptation

This chapter discusses the importance of carbohydrate intake for endurance athletes and the shifting understanding regarding the necessity of carbohydrates during strength training. It highlights studies on low muscle glycogen and its effects on muscle protein synthesis and overall muscle anabolic response. The chapter emphasizes the importance of moderate carbohydrate intake and cautions against consistently under-fueling training days.

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