MOUTH TO MUSCLE
“Don’t ever put yourself in a position where you feel you might be bonking,” says metabolic expert Bob Murray. “Consume carbohydrates to maintain blood glucose levels. Do this regularly as consuming 250ml of sports drink takes around 15mins to be completely absorbed into the bloodstream and circulating throughout the body to be picked up by brain and muscle cells.”
SWILL AND ENDURE
“Our brain recognises sugar as soon as it enters the mouth, which is one reason why carb-rinsing is so effective,” Murray reveals. “Glucose receptors in our mouth link directly to the brain stem and whenever people are given carbs, certain areas of the brain light up immediately. It’s an anticipatory response that boosts performance and is a useful tactic if a rider has an upset stomach.” For the…
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