The International Olympic Committee recommendations are founded on more recent evidence that suggests that carbohydrate loading of glycogen stores in well-trained individuals can be achieved by increasing carbohydrate intake 24-36 hours prior to an event, combined with training tapering and rest. But it is not appropriate to females because of the nature of carbohydrate loading will be increasing carbohydrate intake for days leading up to an event can cause gastrointestinal discomfort