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...]
Hydration is a process
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...]
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...]