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Pre-workout ★★★★★ Strong Digestible carbohydrates 1–3 hours before training.
Digestible carbohydrate 1–3 hours before training tops up muscle glycogen and is associated with sustained performance.
Carbohydrate intake before exercise supports available muscle glycogen.
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Carbohydrate ★★★★★ Strong Primary fuel for moderate-to-high intensity work.
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