Carbohydrates are essential to maintain blood glucose levels and maximise glycogen stores. There is a dispute whether glycaemic index of carbohydrates influences performance. During exercise athletes ...

“Glucose is stored in the muscles as glycogen, and that is what your body uses to power your muscles. Keeping your glycogen topped up is just like ensuring your have a full tank of ...

In our recent podcast episode, we spoke with Antonio Squillante, Head of Sport Performance and Training at USA Cycling’s Sprint Program, about glycogen metaboli ...