 What and when we eat can greatly influence our physical performance. Whether it's cycling and running around a city or racing through the wilderness, you need to keep your energy supplies up in order to keep your body and brain functioning effectively. It can be the difference between first and second place, beating your team's previous performance, or simply reaching the finish line.This section will provide various insights into nutrition and adventure racing. Check in at the start of each month to find out how you can make the most of your diet and improve your adventure racing performance ... - December - Optimise your training/everyday nutrition for athletes
- January - All about carbohydrates
- February - Preparing for a race
- March - Supplying energy during a race and restocking afterwards
- April - Getting the energy during multi-day events
- May - All about hydration
- June - The low-down on gels/supplements/powders
- July - SOS nutrition for when it all goes wrong
- August - Make your own race packs
- September - Environmental influences on nutrition
- October - Issues for the female athlete
- November - Catering for a vegetarian diet
Lindsey Ormond MSc BSc (Hons) ANutr
Nutrition Scientist
The Sugar Bureau, London
www.sugar-bureau.co.uk |
