an added boost, as will jelly beans or a banana. Few runners are able to tolerate anything more while on the run. If you’re planning to eat or drink during a race, try doing so a few times in training beforehand. There’s no way of predicting how your body
flat Diet Coke afterwards – it doesn’t have any nutritional value but it really picks me up after a long run. I guess it’s OK as long as you also have something nourishing! It can a bit tricky refuelling after a race because it’s hectic getting your bag
)Winding Down - Three Weeks to GoThe Perfect Marathon WeekRW's Ultimate Marathon: What if... The Dos and Don'ts of Race Nutrition Still after more advice? Then check out one of these interesting forum threads:The Last Long Run: When and How Far?To taper
’s quicker to do that than choke myself on the water and lose more time that way. – cougieMaster the make-a-spout techniqueIf I get a cup of water in a race, I generally tip out half of it, squeeze the cup in the middle to make a spout, sip a couple
