The Claim
Resting energy expenditure remained stable or slightly decreased in two athletes during a 30-day ultra-endurance ride despite high physical activity levels and changes in body composition.
What the research says
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In two athletes undergoing a 30-day ultra-endurance ride, resting energy expenditure did not increase as expected despite high physical activity and changes in body composition.
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Resting energy expenditure remained stable or slightly decreased in two athletes during a 30-day ultra-endurance ride, despite high physical activity levels and changes in body composition, suggesting metabolic adaptation to prolonged exertion.
The body burns less energy at rest by making its cells more efficient at using fuel, reducing wasted heat production and relying more on fat for energy instead of burning through sugar too quickly.
What the research says
1 studyEven though these cyclists burned tons of energy every day for a month, their bodies didn’t burn more calories at rest — they just got better at using energy efficiently.
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