Glucose is our body’s favorite fuel source. Your body stores extra glucose as glycogen to use when you need more energy. All parts of our body need energy to function. We get energy from carbohydrates ...
Starting a long-distance race with full a full tank of glycogen (a.k.a. stored carbs in your muscles and liver) can help you avoid the dreaded “bonk.” For years, it has been a popular practice to hit ...