What is glycogen replenishment and why do I hear everyone talking about it?
The main fuel used during moderate- to high-intensity exercise is glycogen stored in the muscles and liver and glucose carried to working muscles through the blood. Both glycogen and glucose are products of carbohydrate breakdown, and for this reason they are often referred to collectively as “carbohydrate fuel”. It takes many hours to replenish glycogen through carbohydrate intake, were as consuming simple sugars like those found in most pre/intra/post workout drinks takes approximately 20 minutes and they are released into the blood stream to combat glycogen depletion –Thus resulting in a sustained energy and better endurance. Consuming High GI carbs as soon as possible after training is advised as your muscles are 2-3 times more receptive to Insulin which is responsible for transporting protein and glucose to the muscle sites. So to sum it up – Consuming High GI carbs and protein after training and even during training will be the difference between getting results and getting nowhe
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