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Q+A: I've felt sick in my last few marathons. Why?
By Alison McConnell on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q While running my last few marathons, I have felt nauseous from around 18 miles, and have vomited after finishing. I know runners need to keep hydrated, but taking on fluids seems to aggravate the problem. Im also worried about over-hydration
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Q+A: Should I take on more electrolytes before racing in a hot climate?
By on 23/05/2011 10:00:00
early in the race. Continue to regularly drink small amounts. Most athletes can tolerate 200-300ml every 15-20 mins but this will vary with the intensity of the exercise. You are more likely to drink them if the drinks are cool, palatable and easily
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Q+A: How far in advance should I practise my race nutrition strategy?
By on 14/07/2011 12:00:00
, find out what gels and drinks will be available to you on race day and try them out.Racing overseasOther considerations will come into play if you are travelling abroad to race, such as how food and hydration strategies change with the climate, what
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Sweat Surrender
By Alison Hamlett and Michael Donlevy on 09/08/2010 12:19:44
Your body temperature and the amount you sweat can have a major impact on your performance. Here’s why it happens – and how you can stay cool as things heat up
. If you over-hydrate, you dilute the sodium in your body, which can lead to hyponatraemia and, in extreme cases, death."Acclimatise yourselfIt's important to become used to racing conditions, even if it's a sprint race in a UK heat wave rather than
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Race Nutrition Explained
By on 18/11/2009 13:44:17
With the right race-day nutrition you can avoid disaster and maximise performance
. With hydration and nutrition there are dangers in both taking on too much and too little. The key is careful preparation and knowing what you need on the day."For races up to about one hour you shouldn't need anything as long as you go into them properly hydrated
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Q+A: Why do I feel nauseous after racing?
By Nick Critchley on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
. Palpitations and mild tremors are also not uncommon, but as blood-sugar levels return to normal the feeling usually passes. Prevention is usually found in adequate pre-exercise nutrition and hydration, and the use of energy drinks while running instead of water
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The Triathlete's Perfect Diet
By on 18/11/2009 15:43:18
Knowing what to eat and drink, and when, is vital for both newcomers to triathlon and experienced athletes. It's simple: if you don't use the right fuel, you won't function properly
equal parts orange juice and water, plus a pinch of salt.Drink 100-200ml of an isotonic solution every 10-15 minutes; a standard 750ml bottle containing an isotonic drink should see most people through 50-75 minutes of training. You can have solid food
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RW's 60-Second Guides: Tapering
By on 03/04/2012 16:06:00
What to do, eat and think in the weeks before race-day
overdoing it:Week 3Your final week of hard training. Aim to complete your last long run (18-20 miles) at the end of this week.Week 2Your mileage should total half to two-thirds of your most intense training week. Your longest run should not exceed 10 miles
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Q+A: I drank plenty. Why this marathon cramp?
By Joe Beer on 03/09/2000 21:35:13
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q I was disappointed to get cramp at the 15-mile mark during a recent marathon. In the 48 hours before the race, I consumed plenty of carbohydrates and drank approximately four to five litres of water. During the race I drank plenty of water
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Q+A: OK - what's the secret to drinking in a race?
By Hal Higdon on 09/09/2002 09:45:06
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q This may sound silly, but I have real problems drinking during races. Usually I grab a cup, spill most of the contents as Im picking it up, get one tiny slurp of water and then spill the rest down the front of my vest. Any tips to help me
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