A new frontier in sports nutrition is emerging with the concept of “dual fuel” supplementation — combining carbohydrates with exogenous ketones to enhance athletic performance. Traditionally, athletes have relied on carbohydrates to replenish glycogen stores during intense activity. However, new research shows that pairing carbs with ketone bodies, such as beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), may extend endurance, reduce glycogen depletion, and provide a more stable energy supply by allowing the body to burn both glucose and ketones simultaneously.
Beyond performance enhancement, the dual fuel approach offers promising physiological benefits. These include reduced lactate production, improved cognitive clarity, and better post-exercise recovery. With supplements like goBHB making this strategy more accessible, athletes and fitness enthusiasts may soon adopt this metabolic synergy as a standard tool for optimizing both energy output and recovery in high-intensity and endurance sports.
(Source: PricePlow Blog)