Long training runs are good opportunities to test new race strategies ranging from what to eat for breakfast before the race, to finding which energy gels or drinks you can stomach best. This weekend I’m going to be introducing caffeine into my pre run diet but how much should you consume and when?
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After endurance exercise the ideal recovery food must contain both carbohydrate and protein to replenish energy stores and following muscle protein breakdown achieve net protein balance. But what’s the best fuel to use? A research article in this months Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition has a suggestion.
We know that dehydration can affect athletic performance. But did you know the temperature of the drink you hydrate with can affect your performance by 23%.
