006: Why do cyclists use continuous glucose monitors? Insights ft Dr. David Lipman - Supersapiens
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Why do cyclists use continuous glucose monitors? Insights into race fuelling, glucose levels, recovery and more ft Dr. David Lipman.
I had an insightful chat with Dr. David Lipman who is part of the Supersapiens team about how continuous glucose monitors work and how they can impact your fuelling strategy, performance and recovery for ultra-distance cycling races and other endurance sports.
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0:00 : Introduction
0:45 : Origins of Supersapiens: The Story Behind It
1:36 : Continuous Glucose Monitoring: Its Purpose and Benefits
3:03 : Enhancing Endurance Sports Performance with Glucose Monitoring
5:03 : Strategies to Avoid Bonking During Exercise
9:55 : Mood, Energy Levels, and the Role of Glucose
13:47 : Optimal Fueling Practices for Exercise
16:50 : Exploring Fasted Training Techniques
20:16 : Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Glucose Levels
28:15 : Tailoring Fueling to Exercise Intensity and Duration
36:00 : Stress-Induced High Blood Sugar Levels
31:38 : Getting the Most from the Supersapiens App
40:43 : Key Metrics for Ultra Endurance Athletes' Glucose Monitoring
42:23 : Hormones, Menstrual Cycle, and Glucose Correlations
47:00 : Uncovering Hidden Sugars in Your Diet
49:30 : The Essential Components of Post-Exercise Recovery
55:30 : The Interplay of Glucose, Body Weight, and Hydration
58:30 : Optimizing Nutrition for Endurance Sports and Intensity
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