Can a keto diet actually work for endurance athletes?

March 25 2018 by , medical review by in Exercise, Keto, Ketosis

Should you start a keto diet if you are an endurance or strength athlete? Mark Sisson at Mark’s Daily Apple has written quite an extensive article on the topic, with long-distance athlete and Virta Health founder Sami Inkinen in the spotlight.

The bottom line? It can dramatically improve your performance, by improving your recovery time, health and stave off “bonking”.

Mark’s Daily Apple: Can keto actually work for hard-training endurance or power/strength athletes?

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