Effects of 120 g/h of Carbohydrates Intake during a Mountain Marathon on Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Elite Runners

Effects of 120 g/h of Carbohydrates Intake during a Mountain Marathon on Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Elite Runners

Background—exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) and internal exercise load are increased after competing in ultraendurance events such as mountain marathons. Adequate carbohydrate (CHO) intake during exercise optimizes athletic performance and could limit EIMD, reduce internal exercise load and, th...

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Main Authors: Aitor Viribay, Soledad Arribalzaga, Juan Mielgo-Ayuso, Arkaitz Castañeda-Babarro, Jesús Seco-Calvo, Aritz Urdampilleta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
dietary intake
muscle recovery
athletic performance
glycogen
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/5/1367

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