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Intra-Workout Nutrition: Cyclic Dextrin & Electrolyte Dynamics

Physiology & Training Takeaway

Sustaining high-volume sessions: Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin (HBCD) low osmolality, essential amino acids (EAAs), and sodium/potassium muscle pumps.

Intra-workout formulas maintain blood glucose, prevent premature glycogen depletion, and sustain high intracellular sodium-potassium ATPase pump activity.

1. Ideal Intra-Workout Formulation

  • Cluster Dextrin (HBCD): High molecular weight delivers rapid gastric emptying with zero gastrointestinal bloating or sudden insulin crashes.
  • Essential Amino Acids (EAAs): 10g of free-form EAAs ingested during training halts exercise-induced muscle protein breakdown immediately.
  • Sodium & Potassium Balance: 500mg sodium + 200mg potassium enhances plasma volume and muscle cell hydration.
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