Tim Podlogar

Dr. Tim Podlogar, world-tour cyclist nutrition expert, discusses heat's effect on carb absorption, modern high carb/sodium intake implications, and nutrient timing. He shares insights on carb ratios, cluster dextrins, pro team nutrition, sodium bicarbonate use, and caffeine strategies for elite cyclists.

Mark chats with sports nutritionist Tim Podlogar.  Hope you learn something!  Tim is an applied researcher primarily working at the University of Birmingham where he conducts research in the field of sports nutrition and carbohydrate metabolism. He is also one of the nutritionists for BORA hansgrohe World Tour cycling team, a Head of Development at Nduranz sports nutrition brand, Head of Science at the Human Performance Centre in Slovenia and a visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Primorska, Slovenia.Presented by HUUBhttps://huubdesign.com/https://huubusa.com/Support the show

Dr. Tim Podlogar, former nutritionist for BORA - hansgrohe, and Jim van den Berg, CEO of JOIN Cycling, dive into cycling nutrition essentials. They unpack how the body reacts during rides and the vital role of glycogen. The duo explains gut training for better fuel absorption and discusses ideal glucose-to-fructose ratios for performance. They also explore the pros and cons of fasted rides and offer tailored carbohydrate strategies to enhance endurance, recovery, and overall cycling efficiency.