We have evaluated the evidence underlying certain key nutritional recommendations for
endurance sporting activities. A relatively high daily carbohydrate (CHO) intake (> 6 g/kg/d) …

Endurance refers to the ability of skeletal muscles to perform continuously withstanding the
hardships of exercise. Endurance exercises have three phases: pre-, during-, and post …

Athletes train to achieve optimal performance at their particular sport by maximizing training
stimulus, adaptation, and fine-tuning their skills. Incorporation of dietary strategies that …

Traditionally, high-carbohydrate diets have been recommended for endurance and ultra-
endurance athletes. For many endurance events, the habitual consumption of a high …

Most endurance athletes train for many hours per week to compete in events which
generally last no longer than 2-3 h. However, there are exceptions and these include the full …

Nutrition plays an essential role on sports performance. Following an adequate nutrition
pattern determines winning the gold medal or failing in the attempt. That is why it is …

Endurance athletes need a regular and well-detailed nutrition program in order to fill their
energy stores before training/racing, to provide nutritional support that will allow them to …

Endurance performance is the result of optimal training targeting cardiovascular, metabolic,
and peripheral muscular adaptations and is coupled to effective nutrition strategies via the …

Endurance athletes rarely compete in the fasted state, as this may compromise fuel stores.
Thus, the timing and composition of the pre-exercise meal is a significant consideration for …

Background: Endurance events have experienced a significant increase in growth in the
new millennium and are popular activities for participation globally. Sports nutrition …