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What do the best cyclists need to be able to perform at their maximum in the Tour de France?5000 water bottles, 100 cans of energy drink, 3000 energy bars/chews and 3000 energy gels. During the current Tour de France, this is the amount that Team Vis..

COMPETITION NUTRITION STRATEGYWhen it comes to eating and drinking in an Ironman, as with all endurance competitions, it's all about finding a balance between providing your body with enough energy and what your body can tolerate from an intake persp..

CARB LOADING (LOADING WITH CARBOHYDRATES IN THE DAYS BEFORE AN IRONMAN)Carb loading is a strategy that endurance athletes have used since the 1970s to maximize glycogen stores in the days leading up to a competition. Although various methods have bee..

DURING THE COMPETITION: HOW MUCH CARBOHYDRATES?Consuming additional carbohydrates during your Ironman has a number of positive effects that combine to result in better performance and a faster race time. During the race there is no need for other mac..

There is a saying among triathletes: “Nutrition is the fourth discipline.” When you compete in endurance events that can last between 8 and 18 hours, you need an eating and drinking strategy that will keep you fueled to the finish line. When you talk..

LISA NORDENS SUCCESSFUL IRONMAN NUTRITION PLANThe two-time Olympian and top-ranked Ironman athlete shares her in-race fueling and hydration strategy to help you conquer your next Ironman.Lisa Norden knows a thing or two about nutrition during the rac..