Fuelling for Success: Nutrition Tips for Your Next Fitness Race
Whether you're tackling an endurance race like Deadly Dozen or preparing for an obstacle or functional fitness event, proper nutrition can make the difference between hitting your best time or hitting the wall. Your body needs the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fats to fuel performance, aid recovery, and keep fatigue at bay. Here's a complete guide on how to fuel your body effectively before, during, and after your race.
What is Fitness Racing?
All races will have biases towards different components. For example, a race may have a Cardio Bias and involve a lot of running, a strength bias and consist of a lot of heavy lifting, or a Novelty Bias with the main aim being fun and enjoyment.