fat as a fuel source
To snack or not to snack. Is it okay to eat a snack after dinner? It’s a controversial topic, but a new study suggests a nighttime snack isn’t harmful and may be beneficial if you’re trying to build muscle. It all comes down to the composition of that snack. Here’s why.
Do you sometimes catch yourself nibbling on a sugary treat after a workout? Sugar cravings are very real and more problematic for some people than others. What role does exercise play in these cravings? Do workouts squash cravings or can they increase them?
We know that muscle glycogen is important for supplying the energy your body needs for high-intensity exercise. How much glycogen can your muscles actually store and is there a way to increase that amount?
No question about it – your body needs a constant supply of fuel and even more during exercise. That fuel is usually fat or carbohydrates – but how does your body decide when to use carbohydrates or fat as a fuel source? Here are five factors that determine which fuel your body turns to most during exercise.
Your muscles need fuel to sustain exercise and that comes from the macronutrients you eat. Have you ever wondered what determines the type of macronutrient your body burns during exercise? Here are four factors that influence your body’s fuel source during a sweat session.
Your cells depend on a steady supply of energy, when you exercise and even when you’re not. It gets that energy mainly from carbohydrates and fats. There’s a phenomenon called metabolic flexibility that affects how easily your body can switch between these fuel sources. Find out why this is important.
Carbohydrates and fats are the macronutrients your body prefers to use as a fuel source for exercise. How does it “choose” which one to use during a workout? Here are five factors that impact fuel use and selection during a workout.
Does it seem as if men have an easier time losing body fat than women? Find out what research shows about gender fat loss differences and why men may have an advantage when it comes to staying lean. You’ll also discover how men and women burn fat differently during exercise and at rest.
Can you adopt a very low carbohydrate diet to lose weight and still work out at a high intensity? This article looks at the role carbohydrates play in fueling exercise and why diets that are very low in carbs are detrimental to performance.
