Understanding Carbohydrates and Energy

Carbohydrates are the body’s primary source of energy, especially during resistance training and high-intensity workouts ⚡. When you consume carbs, your body breaks them down into glucose, which is stored in the muscles as glycogen. This glycogen is what fuels heavy lifts, explosive movements, and longer training sessions 🏋️♂️.

During training, your body relies heavily on these glycogen stores to maintain strength and endurance 🔋. If stores are low, workouts can feel harder than they should, intensity may drop, and fatigue can set in much earlier than expected.

Carbohydrates also play a key role in recovery 🔁. Replenishing glycogen after training helps prepare your muscles for the next session and supports consistent performance across the week. This is especially important for anyone training multiple times per week.

⚠️ If carbohydrate intake is consistently too low, energy levels can suffer, workouts can become less productive, and progress may stall — even if training effort stays high. Fueling properly helps ensure your training actually delivers results 📈.