In this episode of Sweat Society by Fuel Lab, we dive into one of the most misunderstood — yet most essential — parts of an athlete’s diet: carbohydrates.

We break it right down:

• What carbohydrates actually are
• Which everyday foods contain carbs
• Why carbs are critical for energy, training quality, recovery, and performance

From there, we move into sports nutrition, unpacking carbohydrate gels and drink mixes, different carb formulations, and what to look for when choosing the right fuel for your training and racing.

We also discuss:

• How much carbohydrate you should be consuming during exercise
• Why under-fueling with carbs is one of the biggest mistakes athletes make
• And why carbs matter just as much off the bike or run as they do during a race

Whether you’re training for your first event or chasing performance gains, this episode will help you understand how to fuel smarter — without fear, confusion, or extremes.

Because carbs aren’t the problem — they’re the solution.