Over the past 14 years working with athletes on race day nutrition and my own 22+ years as a competitive triathlete, I have read many things (and so have my clients). I have tested many of the theories and some were right and other were not. Many make generalizations about what … [Read more...]
nutrition is spot on for ironman
The 3rd weekend of July is a big weekend for many triathletes - it is Ironman Lake Placid weekend. It's a magical place. It can be a magical race....if your nutrition is spot on for Ironman. This year was the 17th running of the Ironman Lake Placid event - the same one I … [Read more...]
You Can Do an Ironman Without Gatorade
I know you can do an Ironman or any triathlon, running or cycling event without Gatorade. How do I know? I have personally done 3 Ironmans and over 27 years of triathlon without using Gatorade, even if it were offered on the course. Gatorade is a very big company and they … [Read more...]
Don’t Carb Load
I had a client send me his pre-race plan that was given to him by his trainer. He asked me to review and let him know how to adjust it if were not 'right'. First off, your trainer or coach is usually not a nutritionist or nutrition coach although they may know a bit about … [Read more...]
Running on Empty?
Are you training for an endurance event and wonder why some of your long rides or runs you feel great, while others you feel like you are running on empty? A client just came in this past week for a Race Day Nutrition session. They had done some sessions in the spring to help … [Read more...]