Effect of whey protein‐ and carbohydrate‐enriched diet on glycogen resynthesis during the first 48 h after a soccer game

Muscle glycogen was lowered by 54% after matches in players following a normal diet.

• The diet rich in carbohydrates and whey protein did not enhance glycogen resynthesis 48 hours post-match compared to a normal diet.
• Glycogen levels decreased significantly after matches, with reductions of 54%, 48%, 53%, and 38% observed in different groups.
• Glycogen resynthesis was slower in the first 24 hours after a 60-minute simulated match compared to a 90-minute match.
• Type II muscle fiber glycogen content remained lower 48 hours after the match in the carbohydrate and protein group.

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