What is the general race nutrition framework?

Pre-race: maximize glycogen. Intra-race (>60 min): 30-90 g carbs/hour depending on duration. Post-race: 1-1.2 g/kg carbs + 0.3-0.4 g/kg protein within 30-60 minutes for glycogen restoration and recovery.

How do nutrition needs differ for sprint vs. ultra events?

Sprint and Olympic distance events (under 2 hours) need pre-race fueling and minimal intra-race nutrition. Ultra events (5+ hours) require a comprehensive multi-source carbohydrate strategy with sodium and caffeine periodically.

What nutrition mistakes are most common on race day?

Trying new foods, consuming too much fiber or fat pre-race, overdrinking plain water, skipping early fueling until hungry, and using caffeinated gels near finish causing GI distress during key late-race efforts.

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What is the general race nutrition framework?

How do nutrition needs differ for sprint vs. ultra events?

What nutrition mistakes are most common on race day?