220 Triathlon

NUTRITION

Preparing nutritionally for a competition is a complicated business. Google what to do and you’ll find conflicting advice about what and how much to eat. Everybody has an opinion!

The fact is, what works for one doesn’t work so well for another. Our bodies react to competition in different ways, so it’s important to develop your personal strategy during training. The theory is that you want to supercharge your muscles so they’re ready for the race of their life! Tapering [see p68 for our Tapering Masterclass]

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