Purpose of restoring glycogen post workout? page

[bdub92]

I understand the idea behind using carbohydrates to fuel workouts, what I don't understand, however, is the necessity of restoring glycogen with carbohydrates post workout. If I plan on having a relaxed evening after a long hard workout, then why bother restoring the glycogen in a hurry?

[BeatlesFan]

I think you just answered your own question...

[paleo-bunny]

Muscles take up glucose much more readily after activity. That helps them fuel the next workout.

[bdub92]

yes but what if I am not in need of more glucose untill the day after? Wouldn't it be the same to let the glycogen restore at a slower rate as long as I was fueled for my next workout?

[paleo-bunny]

I don't use glucose to fuel workouts and find I do fine working out in a fasted state (up to 18 hrs without carbs) - however, eating glucose post-work-out works wonders for me.

[Loneketo]

I understand the idea behind using carbohydrates to fuel workouts, what I don't understand, however, is the necessity of restoring glycogen with carbohydrates post workout. If I plan on having a relaxed evening after a long hard workout, then why bother restoring the glycogen in a hurry?

Because if you don't your body is stressed to use fat. It's good if you want to lose fat, not good if you want to gain muscle.