EPISODE · Sep 5, 2025 · 1H 27M
She Hasn't Trained in 3 Weeks... So Let's Plan Race Nutrition! (45 Days To Go)
from so you wanna tri? · host dowoowoo
The clock is ticking LOUDLY! 😱 With just 45 days until the Olympic triathlon, Rebecca drops a bombshell: she's only trained three times in the last three weeks.After some "gentle" encouragement (and a game to predict how many sessions she'll actually do), we dive into the most critical topic right now: race day nutrition. This is a complete beginner's guide, built on our own epic fails and lessons learned.We break down exactly what to eat, when to eat it, and how much you need. Learn the crucial difference between a protein bar and an energy bar, how to calculate your carbs-per-hour, and why sipping your drink is better than gulping. From pre-race breakfast to avoiding the dreaded "bonk" on the bike, this is the nutrition advice we wish we'd had!In This Episode:🗓️ (00:17) The "No Pressure" Pressure to Sign Up for a Half Ironman in 2026🔥 (05:07) Lessons from Luxembourg: Why Dad DNF'd in the 30° Heat📉 (24:21) The Big Confession: Rebecca's 3-Week Training Slump🤔 (30:30) The Prediction Game: How Many More Sessions Will She Do?🍽️ (39:36) Nutrition 101: A Beginner's Guide to Fuelling Your Race📊 (46:12) The Golden Rule: How Many Grams of Carbs Do You Need Per Hour?🍫 (1:04:55) Carbs vs. Protein: Why You're Eating the Wrong Bar!💧 (1:15:39) "If You're Thirsty, It's Too Late": Hydration Mistakes to AvoidWhat are your go-to race day snacks? Drop your best nutrition tips in the comments! 👇
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The clock is ticking LOUDLY! 😱 With just 45 days until the Olympic triathlon, Rebecca drops a bombshell: she's only trained three times in the last three weeks.After some "gentle" encouragement (and a game to predict how many sessions she'll actually do), we dive into the most critical topic right now: race day nutrition. This is a complete beginner's guide, built on our own epic fails and lessons learned.We break down exactly what to eat, when to eat it, and how much you need. Learn the crucial difference between a protein bar and an energy bar, how to calculate your carbs-per-hour, and why sipping your drink is better than gulping. From pre-race breakfast to avoiding the dreaded "bonk" on the bike, this is the nutrition advice we wish we'd had!In This Episode:🗓️ (00:17) The "No Pressure" Pressure to Sign Up for a Half Ironman in 2026🔥 (05:07) Lessons from Luxembourg: Why Dad DNF'd in the 30° Heat📉 (24:21) The Big Confession: Rebecca's 3-Week Training Slump🤔 (30:30) The Prediction Game: How Many More Sessions Will She Do?🍽️ (39:36) Nutrition 101: A Beginner's Guide to Fuelling Your Race📊 (46:12) The Golden Rule: How Many Grams of Carbs Do You Need Per Hour?🍫 (1:04:55) Carbs vs. Protein: Why You're Eating the Wrong Bar!💧 (1:15:39) "If You're Thirsty, It's Too Late": Hydration Mistakes to AvoidWhat are your go-to race day snacks? Drop your best nutrition tips in the comments! 👇
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