In part 3 of the energy series, Aitor joins us to discuss carbohydrates and carbohydrate intake. He brings a wealth of experience and anecdotes from his time working with professional athletes in addition to an extensive knowledge of the literature in the space.

This follows on from the previous episodes about building a performance environment and energy expenditure.

(00:00) Introduction

(03:45) Interview Starts

(04:57) Why Carbohydrates Important for Endurance Performance

(06:10) How Did Aitor Come to Testing 120g/hr of Carbohydrates

(11:04) History of Carbohydrate Intake Research

(16:05) Carbohydrate Intake and Neuromuscular Function

(27:00) Glycogen Stores

(31:40) Why Carbohydrates Rather than Fat or Protein for Performance?

(45:20) How Do We Develop Metabolic Flexibility?

(59:47) Fibre for Athletes

(1:06:27) Gut Training

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Links to Aitor:

Instagram: @aitorviribay

X: @MVAitor

Glut 4 Science Website: https://glut4science.com/

Aitor’s Blog Post on Gut Training

https://glut4science.com/publicaciones/entrenamiento-nutricional/training-the-gut-phases-from-0-to-120-g-h-carbohydrate/93

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