Question

For a pre-event meal, rich sources of carbohydrates, such as bagels, muffins, and bread, should be eaten ______ before an endurance event.

Answer 1

For a pre-event meal, rich sources of carbohydrates, such as bagels, muffins, and bread, should be eaten two to four hours before an endurance event.  Eating a calorie dense meal 2 to 4 hours before an endurance event or smaller meals between 2 to 5 hours before, is absolutely essential for topping of muscle glycogen levels as well as providing blood glucose for the intense activity ahead.