Carbohydrate intake during exercise has long been associated with improved performance. Rapidly absorbed carbohydrates have been found to be the primary energy source late in a bout of extended exercise (Convertino et al,1996). The ingestion of carbohydrates from energy drinks during exercise can therefore delay fatigure and help to maintain power output (Coyle, 2004). This has been proven to be effective not only for endurance athletes, but also those practising a more start stop based sport (Nicholas et al, 2000). Consequently, like sodium, the addition of carbohydrates to sports drinks has been strongly recommended.
Posted on: Fri, 07 Mar 2014 00:46:56 +0000
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