I have IMLP coming up in a bit over six weeks, and in every other IM I've done I've had to take a porta-pottie break (#2) on the run. For those who get through the run without needing to 'go,' what do you think helps in that regard?
In terms of race day and leading up to the race I cut out any fiber/veggies about two days ahead of time. I worked with a nutritionist a few years ago, and race breakfast (3 1/2 hours before the start) is 4 cups of appleauce, a Powerbar, and Gatorade - total of around 750 calories. I also have a packet of Cliff Bloks, another Powerbar and Gatorade in the hours before the race, then a gel 15 min before the swim start. Nutrition wise during the race is Infinit on the bike (2x~750 calories) along with a Powerbar. During the run I carry two Cliff Block packs and take a Cliff Blok every two miles and have Gatorade from the course along with Coke in the 2nd part of the run.
I'm thinking of maybe having a bagel instead of the applesauce to start the day off.
When I do have to 'go' on the run we're only talking of a max of 90 seconds off the course. Getting the sleeves back on the race suit sucks when it's soaked with sweat. Maybe I just factor this into the race? I'm hoping the be in the 3:25 range at Placid for the run.
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In terms of race day and leading up to the race I cut out any fiber/veggies about two days ahead of time. I worked with a nutritionist a few years ago, and race breakfast (3 1/2 hours before the start) is 4 cups of appleauce, a Powerbar, and Gatorade - total of around 750 calories. I also have a packet of Cliff Bloks, another Powerbar and Gatorade in the hours before the race, then a gel 15 min before the swim start. Nutrition wise during the race is Infinit on the bike (2x~750 calories) along with a Powerbar. During the run I carry two Cliff Block packs and take a Cliff Blok every two miles and have Gatorade from the course along with Coke in the 2nd part of the run.
I'm thinking of maybe having a bagel instead of the applesauce to start the day off.
When I do have to 'go' on the run we're only talking of a max of 90 seconds off the course. Getting the sleeves back on the race suit sucks when it's soaked with sweat. Maybe I just factor this into the race? I'm hoping the be in the 3:25 range at Placid for the run.
Blog: http://262toboylstonstreet.blogspot.com/
https://twitter.com/NateThomasTri
Coaching: https://bybtricoaching.com/ - accepting athletes for 2023