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AI Summary
- Nutrient timing is non-critical for average exercisers; total daily energy and protein intake matter most; fasted training provides minimal mitochondrial benefits that don't justify compromised performance
- Pre-exercise carbohydrate intake is necessary for high-intensity strength training to fuel performance; endurance fueling strategies vary by sport duration, with post-exercise carb timing relevant only for frequent training
- Eating to perform versus eating for longevity are complementary goals—performance nutrition principles apply to longevity when exercise volume is adequate and total nutrient intake is optimized