Nutrition

I decided I would try every single brands of energy drink, electrolyte replacements, gels, goos and bars. I've also been actively asking people what they like. How they train. Most of the answers are too vague for me. Some people buy what's around. Just around. They don't think about how their bodies or stomaches for that matter, will react. They don't care what drink they drink, how much sugar it has or if it actually helps them. I found links online like this one http://www.ultracycling.com/nutrition/eatingselfsupportrides.html

Which can sort of point you in the right direction. Then I started talking to my clients who are serious athletes. I found an article about Nutrition for Ultra Endurance Athletes. The basic guideline for hydration before, during and after an event are below:

Before
16 oz. 2 hours prior, then 4-8 oz. 5-15 mins prior to start

During
5-10 oz. every 15-20 mins

After
16-20 oz per lb of body weight lost


This may seem challenging but it's necessary to maintaining your hydration level.