Carbohydrate timing for endurance cycling performance
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how eating carbohydrates about 2 hours before exercise affects your performance after an overnight fast, compared to not eating. It may help athletes understand the best way to fuel for training.
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Who can take part
- You are a male between 18 and 45 years old.
- You train for a sport that includes cycling at least 3 times per week, with the goal of competing.
- Your fitness level (VO2 peak) is above 50 ml/kg/min.
- You have not smoked or vaped in the last 6 months.
- You have no medical conditions or take no medications that could affect the study results.
- You have no metal implants or permanent jewelry, and no allergies to the supplement ingredients.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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