UPCOMING
EVENTS
18
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PTEMBER
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15-16 SEP
AMY’S GRAN FONDO
A combination of sweet snacks is a great idea
to avoid flavour fatigue! Don’t forget your
fluids and consider electrolytes if you are a
heavy or salty sweater! MORE TIPS }}
ALL MONTH
TEAM SPORTS
For winter team sports the season finals are
an important time to practice good recovery
strategies,
including
adequate
sleep,
hydration and recovering with a meal rich in
whole grain carbohydrates and lean protein.
MORE TIPS }}
6-7 OCT
COOLANGATTA GOLD
To minimise any gastrointestinal problems
ahead of a long day – aim for low fibre and
low fat foods! A suitable dinner option may be
a large portion of rice with chicken skewers
and small side salad. MORE TIPS }}
16
22-24 SEP
AUSTRALIAN TAEKWONDO
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Making weight can be a challenge – to ensure
you are not at risk of compromising your
performance and implementing safe strategies
for weigh in, see an Accredited Sports
Dietitian. MORE TIPS }}
6 OCT
WESTERN SYDNEY SPARTAN
RACE
To the beast racers out there – make good
use of the hydration packs provided by the
event and aim for a carbohydrate rich
breakfast 2-3 hours prior as well as a
carbohydrate bar or gel during. MORE TIPS }}
14 OCT
MEDIBANK MELBOURNE
MARATHON FESTIVAL
Start training your gut now with different
carbohydrate and hydration products that will
be well tolerated in the race ~ look for a 2:1
glucose:fructose gel for maximal glucose
uptake! MORE TIPS }}
18-21 OCT
MASTERS ROAD NATIONALS 18-21 OCT
CAPE TO CAPE
Older (and wise!) athletes should boost their
protein intake to help prevent age related loss
of muscle mass and to maintain strength and
power on the bike - aim for 4-5 protein rich
hits across the day. MORE TIPS }} Plan your carbohydrate snacks well during
this epic ride and aim to refuel each evening
with a large carbohydrate meal to replace
muscle glycogen. MORE TIPS }}
ReFuel Magazine Winter 2018