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Alan Couzens: Revisiting Electrolytes and Cramping, and How Heat Affects Fat Oxidation Rates

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The Impact of Heat on Fat Oxidation Rates

This chapter discusses the impact of heat on fat oxidation rates and how it affects athletes' efficiency. It explains that in hot conditions, the mitochondria struggle to convert fat into energy, making athletes slower and less efficient with fat utilization. The chapter concludes by suggesting that athletes should rely more on glucose for fueling in these conditions.

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