For a 1/2 IM what is the best way to take in calories on race day. I've run two marathons and numerous long runs and bike rides, but have never raced more than Olympic Distance. I've mainly used liquid nutrition [Gatorade, Powerade, Cytomax, etc...] so far. I occasionally throw in a Clif Bar or two on long rides, but now that I'm running off the bike I don't want to have anything heavy in my stomach.
I'm only planning on carrying two bottles on the frame. I figure I'll use one bottle for liquids (Cytomax) and the other one for a more calorie dense replacement drink.
For a 1/2 Ironman (World's Toughest to be precise) is it necessary to go with something like CarboPro or will a concentrated bottle of Cytomax and some GUs be okay?
What calorie replacement drinks do you recommend for the bike? I've had some success with Sustained Energy this far, but is that a good choice.
I've got a hilly 4-4.5 ride tomorrow followed by a short run after and want to try out the new nutritional scheme.
I'm only planning on carrying two bottles on the frame. I figure I'll use one bottle for liquids (Cytomax) and the other one for a more calorie dense replacement drink.
For a 1/2 Ironman (World's Toughest to be precise) is it necessary to go with something like CarboPro or will a concentrated bottle of Cytomax and some GUs be okay?
What calorie replacement drinks do you recommend for the bike? I've had some success with Sustained Energy this far, but is that a good choice.
I've got a hilly 4-4.5 ride tomorrow followed by a short run after and want to try out the new nutritional scheme.