Nutrition for Adventure Racing
Nutrition for Adventure Racing Athlete Scenario During sprint races I use sport drinks, carbohydrate gels and energy bars, but I get sick of them during longer events. When I stop fueling adequately I run out of energy. How can I fuel myself for longer races to optimize my energy level without relying solely on sport foods?
Challenges: • Adventure racing usually involves running/trekking, paddling, and cycling. • Participants typically carry their own food and water for the duration of stages within expedition length races (>36 hours) or for the entire race for sprint (2.5 hours (see Eating During Exercise fact sheet). • Start the event well-hydrated. Drink enough fluids to limit weight loss to
Challenges: • Adventure racing usually involves running/trekking, paddling, and cycling. • Participants typically carry their own food and water for the duration of stages within expedition length races (>36 hours) or for the entire race for sprint (2.5 hours (see Eating During Exercise fact sheet). • Start the event well-hydrated. Drink enough fluids to limit weight loss to
