carbo-load



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.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
PhoenixFEE-niksEnglish (Modern)
GereonGE-re-awn (German)German, Late Roman
Itsasne-Basque
Coats[kəuts]
SauliSOW-leeFinnish
OttoAW-to (German), AH-to (English), OT-to (Finnish)German, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, Ancient Germanic