Nutrition for Sprint Triathlons

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Understanding the scientific concept behind a small amount of nutrition before and during your shorter triathlons.

Member question:
I compete in Sprint Triathlons. What can I eat during a race to prevent myself from bonking?

Answer:

Does the following comment sound familiar? “I am going to carry three water bottles on my bike instead of one, just in case I become extra thirsty during the last mile of my 13 mile bike ride.”

As we all laugh, everyone has seen the individual who arrives to a sprint-distance race, believing that he/she is better off fueling for an Ironman distance than chancing the risk of bonking during the run. Unfortunately, triathletes have accepted the idea that too much nutrition on race day is better than none at all. But as we recognize the classic triathlete, who runs with his 6-flask fuel belt with three attached energy gels during a sprint-triathlon, you, as well, may be nutritionally over-prepared for a sprint-distance race. [.....]

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date: July 30, 2006