International Journal of Biomedical Science and Research
Metabolic Profiling and Glycemic Patterns in Amateur Endurance Runners
Abstract
Alberto Conde Mellado
This observational study aimed to analyze metabolic responses and nutritional impact in amateur runners during a half marathon, during the Behobia-San Sebastián 20K race. Using continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and a digital health platform, key variables such as carbohydrate intake, glucose dynamics, and performance times were assessed. Notable findings included widespread suboptimal carbohydrate intake before and after the race, the occurrence of nighttime hypoglycemia, and distinct glucose trend clusters that correlated with race completion times. These insights emphasize the utility of CGM in endurance sports and suggest opportunities for personalized nutritional strategies to enhance performance.