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How much carbohydrate do athletes need per hour?

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When it comes to powering high intensity endurance exercise, carbohydrate is the main source of fuel used by your body. But how much carb do you need to consume to perform at your best? This is the fundamental question to answer when working out your fueling strategy for races and key training sessions. Andy addresses the question in this video. Want help understanding your numbers? Use our Quick Carb Calculator to get some advice on how much fuel you need to perform at your best: https://www.precisionhydration.com/products/precision-fuel-sample-pack/#thecarbcalculator 0:00 Why carbs matter 2:12 How much carb for under 1 hour of exercise? 2:49 How much carb for 1-2 hours exercise? 3:42 How much carb for over 2 hours exercise? 5:07 Know your numbers

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