I have been working with an athlete who has an aggressive time goal for both his first half (70.3) and full Ironman(140.3) triathlon races. He hired me to help him with his hydration, sports and race day nutrition so he could feel confident going into the event. In 2 weeks we … [Read more...]
Hydration is essential
I have been working with clients and athletes for years on hydration. I help them learn the signs of dehydration that apply to them. Not everyone is the same in their symptoms, but once you know your signs, you realize that hydration is essential to finishing a long workout, … [Read more...]
How many calories do you really need?
I have been a triathlete for over 18 years. Even though I have raced 3 Ironman races (IMLP x 2 and IM WI), and know if I raced another, I would do my race day nutrition completely differently than I did back then. Why? Because the way I eat has changed, so my need have … [Read more...]
Do you carb load?
This happens to be the week after TriRock Philly and the week before Challenge Atlantic City races. And my clients are asking me about the pre-race meal. At Challenge Atlantic City, and ironman distance race, they provide an athletes dinner two days before the event. And many … [Read more...]
Cramming in calories
I just read yet another reputable Registered Dietician suggest that we need to take in 250-350 calories or more per hour when training and racing. Really? Does cramming in more calories than your body can tolerate really work? In my experience with athletes, especially … [Read more...]