#67 ENGL: The Science of Carbohydrate Recommendations for Athletes - with Dr. Tim Podlogar

Send us Fan MailIn this discussion with one of the leading experts of carbohydrate research within athletes, Dr. Tim Podlogar, with discuss the following topics:Based on what assumptions are the current recommendations for daily carbohydrate intake for athletes based?What factors should be taken into account when recommending certain amounts of carbs?How should practitioners use the recommendations when they DO NOT work with elite endurance athletes?How does the training status affect carbohydrate metabolism and recommendations?Intra-Workout carbsAre very high intakes of > 120g/h backed up by science?Is there any advantage of using other carb sources other than glucose and fructose?What is the ideal ratio of the different carb sources?What is behind the hype of cyclcing dextrin?How can you resolve gut issues?About Dr. Tim PodlogarWebsiteInstagramResearchGateMentioned Resources:Review: Carbohydrate research and applications for endurance athletes (2022)Study 1: 90g of carbs per hour vs. 120g of carbs per hour Study 2: Effect of body-size on carbohydrate oxidationSupplement DeepDive für Coaches und SportlerUnser Meal-Prep Rezepte eBookUnser Praxisguide für SportlerNutrition coaching for athletes (DE & ENGL) athlEATcoach Instagram athlEATcoach website