Do Muscles Use Triglycerides for Energy?
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Over 90% of the body's stored energy is in the form of triglycerides within adipose tissue, but a significant and readily accessible portion is also stored directly within muscle fibers. This fuel depot, known as intramuscular triglycerides (IMTGs), is a crucial energy source during prolonged exercise, with its usage varying based on exercise intensity, duration, and an individual's training status.
