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257. "No Secrets" Q+A on Extreme Carb Totals (200 g/hr!), Minimum Dose Heat Training, Sodium Intake, Speed for Ultras, and Hydration Sensors!

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Carbs for Performance

This chapter explores the remarkable carbohydrate intake of an athlete during Ironman Texas, where he consumed around 200 grams of carbs per hour. It discusses the implications of high carb consumption on endurance performance, potential physiological limits, and the balance between energy needs and gastrointestinal issues.

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