All of the following are true regarding carbohydrate loading EXCEPT:

1.carbohydrates should be increased to 60 to 70% of calories for 24 hours prior to the event.
2.it is used to increase muscle glycogen stores.
3.carbohydrate loading benefits endurance athletes.
4.carbohydrate loading should be done prior to running a 10K.


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