tri3bullet wrote:
Jelana wrote:
I think pro perspective on a lot of the post topics that come up in this forum would be helpful. I would love to know your thoughts on things women should do differently than men from a nutrition perspective, both pre and during race. What tips do you have for racing on days when your hormones are having none of it? When do we need female-specific equipment versus just using the guys' stuff in a different size? Which method works best for you for getting your hair out of the way? Thanks!
1. I don't believe there should be any difference on a nutrition perspective for men/women except the obvious - amount. The smaller you are the less you need.
2. Tips for race day when hormones go array: ... I've had this happen a few times and dealt with it the same way I would have if I didn't race. If I'm having cramps, I would start the race by taking some pain-releivers (small amount). I never had this happen during an ironman but if it did, I'd be prepared with some goodies in a small bag if needed after the bike and during the run.
3. Female-specific equipment: size of bike matters. I'm 5'5 and fit my current bike (Scott Plasma) at a size small. Going with a brand that fits you in size is key. The biggest equipment I find that is important is bike seat. I tried a ton of these and love my current one. Nothing feels more crappy than a bad bike fit/seat. And the obvious is clothing and chamois. Personally, I love the male chamois in a tri kit because I get too much chaffing down under with a narrower one of the females. For training, the chamois in my bike shorts work awesome.
4. Hair ties! :-) I use to have really short hair and bangs and hated the wild strands. A good old png tail and or braids work awesome.
i am a bit astounded by #1. women are different than men, hormones go crazy on race day, but nutrition is the same? i would like to hear other pro women on this -- ones that dont take the shot to kill periods.