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GUEST SERIES | Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Physical Endurance & Lose Fat

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Unpacking Lactate: Fuel and Misconceptions in Exercise

This chapter explores the critical role of lactate in exercise physiology, presenting it as a vital energy source rather than merely a byproduct of fatigue. It examines historical misconceptions surrounding lactate's effects on performance and details the biochemical processes involved in energy production during varying exercise intensities. Additionally, the chapter discusses nutritional strategies for endurance athletes, particularly the importance of carbohydrates in optimizing performance.

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