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Endurance Sports
“A training diary that records an athletes performance and dietary intake is an invaluable tool for planning future development.” -Lea Stening
"Thank you for all the presentations you have done for us; the feedback we got from the swimmers has been really great and very positive."-Jenny Johnston, Administrator Swimming Canterbury West Coast
Mia Truscott training at Pioneer Leisure Centre.
Here are some of the key factors relating to these sports which must be considered when planning a nutrition programme.
- Greater than 60-90 minutes duration.
- e.g. Distance Cycling, Swimming and Running.
- Minimising fatique, cramp and gasto-intestinal upsets.
- Building stamina and personal ‘bests’ through careful preparation.
- Issues of supplementation and variety.
- Breakfast and snack foods –what to eat on the way.
- Training up to bigger events
Lea can help you plan your nutritional strategy for your next event.
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