The Time-Crunched Cyclist Podcast by CTS Episode 208: How Carbohydrate Fueling Affects Durability in Long Workouts and Races, with Dr. Gabriele Gallo, PhD
Aug 7, 2024
Dr. Gabriele Gallo, a sports science expert with a PhD in carbohydrate fueling, dives into how carbs boost endurance performance, especially in fatigued cyclists. He breaks down complex concepts like Critical Power and glycogen management, making science accessible to all athletes. Gallo shares essential strategies for maximizing performance through personalized carbohydrate intake and discusses the impact of nutrition timing. This insightful conversation empowers endurance athletes to fuel smartly for long events.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Accessible Science: Simplifying Research for Busy Readers
01:41 • 2min
Simplifying Exercise Science for All Levels
03:20 • 2min
Carbohydrates and Athletic Performance
05:21 • 13min
Maximizing Performance Through Carbohydrate Fueling
18:34 • 13min
Optimizing Endurance Performance through Carbohydrate Fueling
31:17 • 3min