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What is bioenergetics, and how does it affect our performance in and out of the gym? To answer, we're talking about carb and protein timing, how macronutrients interplay with the three metabolic pathways, and more.
Referenced Episodes:
On Protein Timing & Muscle Protein Synthesis
On Whether a Calorie is Just a Calorie
On the Supposed Benefits of Fasting
Referenced Studies:
McClellan et al., 2014. Protein didn’t enhance performance if carbs were enough (endurance efforts).
Pochmuller et al., 2016. Systematic review and meta-analysis of carbs and endurance events.
Nielsen et al., 2020. Systematic review and meta-analysis of carbs and endurance events.
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About EC
EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.
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The Consistency Project is produced and co-hosted by Patrick Cummings, a long-time CrossFitter, podcaster, and brand coach to gym owners & entrepreneurs. Find him on social media.
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