Carb’s Boost Performance – It’s Not Just All in Your Head

Want to perform better without using the Floyd Landish approach?  Try the cheap, simple, safe – and legal method.  Timed carbohydrate supplements.  Carbohydrate, a.k.a. sugar.  And nooo…..you’re not going to get fat.  There is a right time for carbs.  Doubters can lay their fears to rest.  The benefits are not just in your head, and the extra calories are totally worth it.  Here’s proof. 

In a study where cyclists were given a 6% carbohydrate sports drink or a placebo of non-caloric flavored sports drink, the performance difference was amazing.  After a 120 minute ride, followed by a time trial of approximately 60 minutes, cyclist performed 10.6% better with carbohydrate compared with the placebo, and 11.3% compared to water.   

Confused about how to fit carbohydrate calories into your diet? Check out the chapter on Nutrient Timing in Racing Weight, by Matt Fitzgerald.  Great read, great book for athletes from novice to elite.

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