Empirical Cycling Podcast

Ten Minute Tips #50: Fat And Carb Burning Myths

Feb 17, 2025
Explore the fascinating myths around burning carbs and fats during exercise. Discover why you can't just replace burned carbs and how fat burning doesn't guarantee weight loss. Dive into the Minnesota starvation experiment and a harrowing Antarctic expedition, revealing drastic weight loss phenomena. Unpack the crucial role of thyroid hormones in energy balance and learn about effective fueling for endurance athletes. Understand the complexities of nutrition strategies over simple calorie counting for optimal performance.
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