Glycogen loading

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  • Created by: Kaiah
  • Created on: 14-09-16 15:50

Glycogen loading

Advantages

  • Increased glycogen synthesis [making of glycogen]
  • Increased muscle stores of glycogen
  • Increased aerobic capacity
  • Delays fatigue
  • Enhances endurance performances
  • Prevents 'hitting the wall'

Disadvantages

  • Water retention and bloating
  • Weight increase
  • Muscle stiffness, fatigue and tiredness
  • Depression and irritability during the depletion phase

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