Effect of low- and high-carbohydrate diets on swimming economy: a crossover study

Background Swimming economy refers to the rate of energy expenditure relative to swimming speed of movement, is inversely related to the energetic cost of swimming, and is as a key factor influencing endurance swimming performance. The objective of this study was to determine if high-carbohydrate, l...

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Main Authors: Merry A. Bestard, Jeffrey A. Rothschild, George H. Crocker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2020-12-01
Series:Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12970-020-00392-3