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So I brought up carbs intra workout and referenced molecular weight. I'm going to write this out as simply as I can so it's easy to understand. This will kinda be a simplified intra workout carb refrence and what you may want to look at. I'm no scientist but, this is how I can best describe them.
So, it's pretty well known that in the recovery process your body will try to uptake amino acids into the cell after you have damaged the muscle from training. This is how we repair muscle tissue and grow.
Your body will shuttle nutrients to the cells without the introduction of carbs but, carbs aid in the process tremendously since they are used as the body's primary fuel source, unless, you're keto adapted then fats will likely be used first.
Each carb has different properties which are often referred to as simple or complex in the rate at which they are digested. A "simple" carb, like sugar, has a lower molecular weight (around 340 ) while a "complex" carb like a Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin has a high molecular weight (around 400000 ). So why is this important? Molecular weight basically refers to how quickly the carb is digested or how long it sustains release.
Another thing to consider is Osmotic Pressure or how quickly the carb bypasses the gut and gets into the small intestine where it can be absorbed. Carbs like Waxy Maize, Maltodextrin and potato Starch have a very high Osmotic Pressure which is why they tend to sit in your stomach and can make you feel bloated while HBCD has a low pressure which leads to quicker gut emptying and less issues, typically, with bloating.
Preferably, you want a carb that has low Osmotic Pressure and a high molecular weight. This means it will get to where it can be absorbed quickly but, due to the high molecular it's release is sustained over a longer period of time. This means, carbs faster and for longer. Sounds prefect for intra workout doesn't it?
Few other notes. Electrolytes and Hydration. Both of these are very important. A solid electrolyte formula will also aid in the Hydration of cells which in turn, will help transport the aminos you're trying to force into the muscle. Couple this with pump agents such as agmatine and Citrulline and you'll be a cramming tons of nutrient rich blood through your system and quickening the recovery process by being a step ahead during training.
I left things out so, please ask if something isn't clear.
So, it's pretty well known that in the recovery process your body will try to uptake amino acids into the cell after you have damaged the muscle from training. This is how we repair muscle tissue and grow.
Your body will shuttle nutrients to the cells without the introduction of carbs but, carbs aid in the process tremendously since they are used as the body's primary fuel source, unless, you're keto adapted then fats will likely be used first.
Each carb has different properties which are often referred to as simple or complex in the rate at which they are digested. A "simple" carb, like sugar, has a lower molecular weight (around 340 ) while a "complex" carb like a Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin has a high molecular weight (around 400000 ). So why is this important? Molecular weight basically refers to how quickly the carb is digested or how long it sustains release.
Another thing to consider is Osmotic Pressure or how quickly the carb bypasses the gut and gets into the small intestine where it can be absorbed. Carbs like Waxy Maize, Maltodextrin and potato Starch have a very high Osmotic Pressure which is why they tend to sit in your stomach and can make you feel bloated while HBCD has a low pressure which leads to quicker gut emptying and less issues, typically, with bloating.
Preferably, you want a carb that has low Osmotic Pressure and a high molecular weight. This means it will get to where it can be absorbed quickly but, due to the high molecular it's release is sustained over a longer period of time. This means, carbs faster and for longer. Sounds prefect for intra workout doesn't it?
Few other notes. Electrolytes and Hydration. Both of these are very important. A solid electrolyte formula will also aid in the Hydration of cells which in turn, will help transport the aminos you're trying to force into the muscle. Couple this with pump agents such as agmatine and Citrulline and you'll be a cramming tons of nutrient rich blood through your system and quickening the recovery process by being a step ahead during training.
I left things out so, please ask if something isn't clear.
