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Fueling for 70.3....

Thursday, 27 April 2023 00:10

By Susan Kitchen (triathlete.com)

A successful 70.3 race comes down to two things: preparation and nutrition. Following a well-designed training plan will provide the race readiness and confidence you need to toe the starting line, but a solid 70.3 nutrition plan will get you across the finish. After all, your body is your most important piece of equipment – it’s the engine that makes it all happen. If you’re not properly fueled, then the most aero bike and world’s best training plan won’t help you....

But what should you eat during a half-iron or 70.3 race? The market is saturated with options for fueling for a 70.3 – everything from gels and chews, to bars and sports beverages. If you ask 100 triathletes what they eat and drink during a half-Ironman, you’ll likely get 100 different yet successful 70.3 fueling plans. What works for your training buddy won’t necessarily work for you. That provides even more reason to test-drive your fuel plan in training, so on race day you’ve established an ironclad plan that will go the distance.

As you experiment with different strategies in your 70.3 nutrition plan, follow these general guidelines.   READ MORE