Glycogen Depletion

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Definition

Exhausting your muscle's stored carbohydrates, causing fatigue and performance loss. Why you bonk during marathons.

Example Usage

Glycogen depletion hit around mile 18 of the marathon.

Origin

Sports physiology and carbohydrate metabolism research

Fun Fact

Muscle glycogen depletion doesn't cause DOMS but does impair subsequent performance

Source: Sports Physiology and Nutrition research

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