Topics Covered (Time of question in brackets):
- If I am doing a double day how do I fuel for this? (00:00)
- Should I carb load for sessions as well as races? (10:00)
- I am going through perimenopause and want to build some more muscle how can I make sure I am fuelling correctly to do this? (12:30)
- I’m balancing (always) marathon training and trying to shred a few pesky pounds. I know what works fuel wise for me, no gut issues etc, but what’s your opinion on under fuelling during some training sessions so you might not max out the performance but have a better ‘shred’ effect? Then increase it on race day to ensure the gains. (17:50)
- Would you suggest real food or gels in races? (21:50)
- I have a 50km hilly event coming up and really can't stomach electrolyte drinks. I have been considering going with salt capsules or chews, along with plain water and actual food for energy purposes. Would the salt chews be better than salt capsules from an absorption point of view, or is there not much in it? (33:40)
- I'm vegetarian and I do regularly use protein powder. I do think it's possible to get enough protein with veggie food, but I also just think having protein shakes is a quick win. Are issues with protein powder around additives etc? If so, what should I look out for? Are there better brands or types of protein? (37:15)
- Why are the inter session carb recommendations the same for different sized athletes? (42:10)
- What supplements would you recommend taking? (56:30)
- Is there a guide to how many carbs to have before sessions? (52:00)
