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Carb Loading & Gels: What Runners Need To Know | Extra Mile

Carb Loading & Gels: What Runners Need To Know | Extra Mile

UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews
Jun 18, 2026 36 min
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<p>Spencer and Oli break down the truth about carbs for runners: what carb loading actually does, why runners hit the wall, how glycogen fuels performance, and when gels really matter. They also explore zone two running, weight loss, gut training, and how everyday runners can build a healthier relationship with carbohydrates.</p><br><p>Better Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au&nbsp;</p><br><p>Do Health 👉&nbsp;For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.</p><br><p>Postcode Lottery&nbsp;👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-au&nbsp;</p><br><p>Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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