Coaches say avoid it. Parents stress about it. But for athletes pushing their limits, sugar might actually help—if you know how to use it.
In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most common questions in sports nutrition. You’ll get the truth about sugar: the good, the bad, and how to make it work for your performance.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
• Why sugar isn’t automatically bad for athletes
• The best times to actually use sugar for performance
• How too much sugar can lead to soreness, inflammation, and injury
• What pro athletes get wrong about sugar (and what they get right)
• Simple ways to reduce sugar cravings without cutting it cold turkey
💬 What’s one sugar habit you need to change?
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