1. a complex carbohydrate stored in the liver and muscles that serves as the body’s main form of stored energy
Usage: biochemistry

Examples

• The body converts excess glucose into glycogen for storage.
• During exercise, muscles break down glycogen to produce energy.
• The liver releases glucose from stored glycogen when blood sugar drops.
• Athletes often consume carbohydrates to replenish their glycogen stores.
• Glycogen depletion can lead to fatigue during prolonged physical activity.
• The human body can store about 400-500 grams of glycogen.