Fundamentals of glycogen metabolism for coaches and athletes

Abstract The ability of athletes to train day after day depends in large part on adequate restoration of muscle glycogen stores, a process that requires the consumption of sufficient dietary carbohydrates and ample time. Providing effective guidance to… Read More

Regulation of Muscle Glycogen Repletion, Muscle Protein Synthesis and Repair Following Exercise

Abstract Recovery from prolonged strenuous exercise requires that depleted fuel stores be replenished, that damaged tissue be repaired and that training adaptations be initiated. Critical to these processes are the type, amount and timing of nutrient intake. Muscle… Read More

The Decoy Effect

he Decoy Effect is the phenomenon whereby adding a third pricing option makes the consumer change their preference towards an option the seller is trying to promote. The “decoy” is priced to make one of the other options… Read More