carbo-load

To consume large amounts of carbohydrate-rich food(s), such as pasta, rice, potatoes, etc., as a means of increasing stored energy in preparation for a major athletic event (e.g., a marathon). While some have questioned whether it really helps one's performance, I still carbo-load before every big race.

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But you don't want to carbo-load so much that you feel guilty until the first spring daffodils appear.

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When working out two days in a row, be sure to carbo-load at both dinners.

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You can carbo-load on either jelly beans or raisins and your muscles will detect no difference in energy value.

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