The Endurance Science Podcast with Matt Carpenter

Matt Carpenter
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A podcast that cuts through the endless noise and misinformation social media noise presents us, and discusses what the science really says about endurance performance.

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  1. 21H AGO

    How Much Carbohydrate Do You Need?

    In this episode of the Endurance Science podcast, I dig deep into the complex role of carbohydrates in enhancing endurance performance. We discuss how carbohydrates are stored in the body, the physiological mechanisms behind their utilization during exercise, and the varying recommendations for carbohydrate intake based on exercise duration and intensity. The conversation highlights the importance of both muscle and liver glycogen, the impact of carbohydrate ingestion on performance, and the emerging research on carbohydrate mouth rinsing. Carbohydrates improve endurance performance through various mechanisms.Muscle glycogen is primarily stored in muscles, while liver glycogen helps maintain blood glucose levels.Carbohydrate ingestion during exercise can spare muscle glycogen and prevent hypoglycemia.The cephalic response to carbohydrate can enhance performance even without ingestion.10 grams of carbohydrate per hour can be sufficient for maintaining blood glucose during exercise.Individual responses to carbohydrate intake can vary significantly among athletes.Carbohydrate mouth rinsing may provide performance benefits without actual ingestion.Breakfast is crucial for maintaining liver glycogen levels before exercise.Carbohydrate needs differ based on the duration and intensity of the activity.Future research should focus on individual carbohydrate requirements for endurance athletes. References: https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/japplphysiol.00861.2025 https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/21/2/article-p258.xml https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/japplphysiol.91394.2008

    39 min

  2. FEB 10

    What Supplements Do You Need For Endurance Performance?

    Most supplements don't work, but this episode explores supplements that do have scientific evidence, exploring what supplements may improve performance, and the context surrounding each supplement. Though we can't cover every supplement that you may have heard of, this episode focused on 8 supplements that may be used to improve performance, all with varying degrees of evidence.

    34 min
  3. Why Electrolytes Make Me Salty

    FEB 1

    Why Electrolytes Make Me Salty

    Electrolytes: Understanding the Controversy and Misconceptions Electrolytes are everywhere in the world of endurance. In this podcast I explain why electrolytes exist in the endurance space, what their function is, who should use them, and importantly, who doesn't need them. Takeaways Electrolyte supplements are not necessary for most peopleDaily electrolyte consumption can have negative health implications

    19 min
  4. Introducing the Endurance Science Podcast

    FEB 1

    Introducing the Endurance Science Podcast

    It's time to start a podcast! This podcast aims to be informative and entertaining, with me deep diving into topics, interviewing experts and people working in the field, and running regular q&a's. Let's bring evidence to the world of endurance exercise.

    2 min
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A podcast that cuts through the endless noise and misinformation social media noise presents us, and discusses what the science really says about endurance performance.

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