It's Race Day tomorrow!!! The day that we have been training so long and hard for the entire season. Some things to think about in terms of eating, from Precision Nutrition. Thanks, Kahei Tse, for passing this on :)
Please also read on for info on what will be provided for us tomorrow by Saffron and Casa!
Please also read on for info on what will be provided for us tomorrow by Saffron and Casa!
Pre-Race Nutrition... |
The pre-workout meal (i.e. breakfast tomorrow) should be an "anytime" meal (lean protein source, veggies, healthy fats and potentially fruit). And should ideally be consumed anywhere in the 2 hour to 1hour before race. This meal structure will ensure that blood glucose levels are kept in check.
The timing (not being too close to your workout) will ensure that your workout isn't comprised because of GI distress / fullness.
As far as pre-race eating (i.e. today), you likely will not need to do any "super" carb loading. I'd recommend including a serving of carbohydrates with each of your meals the day before the race (and sticking to foods you are comfortable with and that you know "agree" with your digestive system). With that setup, your glycogen storage will be plenty filled to get you through the race.
Morning of the race, eat something you would normally eat before a training run that makes you feel the best. When I was doing a lot of races, my pre-race meal of choice was oatmeal with sliced bananas and 1/2 scoop protein powder. But this is totally individual, so you will want to do some experimenting before the race to find out what works best for you.
The timing (not being too close to your workout) will ensure that your workout isn't comprised because of GI distress / fullness.
As far as pre-race eating (i.e. today), you likely will not need to do any "super" carb loading. I'd recommend including a serving of carbohydrates with each of your meals the day before the race (and sticking to foods you are comfortable with and that you know "agree" with your digestive system). With that setup, your glycogen storage will be plenty filled to get you through the race.
Morning of the race, eat something you would normally eat before a training run that makes you feel the best. When I was doing a lot of races, my pre-race meal of choice was oatmeal with sliced bananas and 1/2 scoop protein powder. But this is totally individual, so you will want to do some experimenting before the race to find out what works best for you.
What we are getting tomorrow...
Pack Snacks! I personally like to do boiled eggs and almonds (and maybe a granola bar or two in case) and LOTS of water. Don't forget your usuals of spare clothes and dry bag. You may want to bring a book / something to do in between races as there will be a LOT of waiting. (Big 2 and Bananagrams, anyone!?)
Lunch will be provided on the junk by Saffron Bakery:
The following celebratory post-race refreshments have been provided by our sponsors, Casa:
Taste Supermarket at Stanley Plaza opens at 8am for those who want to stock up for anything else there. Please plan to meet at Saffron Bakery around 8:25 to help carry things onto the junk.
See you in the am...
Paddles UP!!
Lunch will be provided on the junk by Saffron Bakery:
- selection of salads (chickpea and lentil, quinoa and lentil, rainbow slaw, green bean and corn)
- selection of sandwiches (hummus, cheddar and tomato chutney, cheddar and cucumber with mango chutney mustard, chicken, ham, curried chicken salad)
The following celebratory post-race refreshments have been provided by our sponsors, Casa:
- Sparkling white wine
- Regular white wine
- Rose
- A selection of Ciders
- Sapporo / London Pride (small number of these)
Taste Supermarket at Stanley Plaza opens at 8am for those who want to stock up for anything else there. Please plan to meet at Saffron Bakery around 8:25 to help carry things onto the junk.
See you in the am...
Paddles UP!!