Posted On: October 26th 2024, 04:13 pm
dietitian runner🤝a proper carb load
with fall racing still in full swing, I hope this can help those who have yet to run their half-, full- or ultra-marathons but SAVE this one for next racing season too🤸🏻♀️
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
🏃🏻♀️3+ day carb load = 7-8g/kg of body weight
🏃🏻♀️1-2 day carb load = 10-12g/kg of body weight
🏃🏻♀️easily digestible carbs (which includes beverages & candy!)
🏃🏻♀️lower fibre carbs the day before and morning of
🏃🏻♀️biggest meal at lunch not dinner the day before
HAPPY CARB LOADING!!!
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