The study you should read this week

Morton et al. (2026) review the carbohydrate crossover point during endurance exercise — and what 120 grams per hour actually does to substrate metabolism. We break down what the research reports, what it doesn't tell you, and what it means for real-world riders.

Study: Morton, J.P., Fell, J.M., Gonzalez, J.T., Hearris, M.A., Podlogar, T., Pugh, J.K.N., & Wallis, G.A. (2026). From Metabolism to Medals: Contemporary Perspectives and Revisiting Carbohydrate Guidelines for Fuelling Endurance Athletes During Exercise. Journal of Nutrition, 156(5), 101442.

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