three disciplinesto reduce the chances of becoming injured and to improve your speed and efficiency.  ➍ If possible, work with a coach.  ➎ Begin using energy drinks and energy gels to help boost your energy levels while you train and to become used

lead to low blood sodium levels," says Ingleby. "This makes it difficult to regulate the nervous system." That's why energy drinks contain sodium. Stay hydrated, and give the shaker a miss - but don't obsess about salt.In practice: Beans on toast

needing to make a loo stop during the 26.2 miles. – ICRAFamiliarise yourself with where the energy drinks stations will be so you won’t need to go further without a drink than expected. – CumbriAndyDrink before you start, then be especially wary after 14

received it before the race), energy bars, plasters, water or sports drink, petroleum jelly or sports lubricant, and fresh clothes and extra socks to wear after the race.Warm up and cool down Between 20 and 30 minutes before the start of the race, warm up

to eat, but want to know how to time it right, you need this guide to eating and training.When you’re training hard, especially if it’s more than once a day, you will probably consider using energy drinks and/or bars. Choosing what to use is largely a

to replace the various things, especially electrolytes, that you lose through sweat, that plain water can't replace. See full threadMake your own sports drinkZorbaTheTaff - Try making your own isotonic energy drink with 50/50 fruit juice/water and a pinch

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running shoes, visor or hat; then any energy drinks or gels. Ensure your water bottle is on your bike and that your bike is running smoothly.Fact or Fiction?Scores of myths abound in triathlon, which could leave you more than a little confused. Here are a

(which you shouldn't be), you don't need sports drinks and an advanced hydration strategy. Sip a little water before your workout and a little more after. And skip the extra calories in sweetened drinks. "Beginner runners don't need a sports drink

stops Many beginners (and even some experienced runners) worry that drinking fluids before a race or work-out will translate into annoying pit stops. Not necessarily. Drink steadily beforehand and your body will balance itself out. If you tank up