Sleep Low Method: Carb Timing, VO2 MAX, Fat Metabolism Ep. 1197 JUL 2024

This video explores the "sleep-low method," a dietary strategy involving short-term nighttime carbohydrate restriction. A recent study published in Nutrients investigated its impact on exercise performance and fat metabolism in young adults. Participants followed a two-week protocol with daily exercise and either unrestricted or nighttime carbohydrate restriction after 4 pm. The sleep-low group displayed significant improvements in peak oxygen consumption, workload capacity, and respiratory exchange ratio, indicating enhanced fat utilization. These findings suggest the sleep-low method may be a promising strategy for individuals seeking to optimize exercise efficiency and potentially manage weight through increased fat metabolism.
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Sakamoto T, Ueda S-y, Nakahara H. Effects of Short-Term Nighttime Carbohydrate Restriction Method on Exercise Performance and Fat Metabolism. Nutrients. 2024; 16(13):2138. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16132138