carb-load

carb-load

To consume large amounts of carbohydrate-rich food, 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 carb-load before every big race.
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • carbo-load
  • carbo-loading
  • carb-loading
  • loading
  • carb up
  • consume
  • consume mass quantities
  • carbo
  • carbo load
  • take up time
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