What Nutrition Guidance Do You Offer?

Nutrition for Training and Racing

Fueling your body is just as important as your workouts. The right nutrition helps you maintain energy, improve endurance, and recover effectively. Your training plan offers general guidelines for nutrition, but we know that every athlete’s needs are unique. Your needs will vary depending on your body, training intensity, and goals.

Personalized Nutrition with Fuelin

• Fuelin is a nutrition app for endurance athletes.

• Syncs with TrainingPeaks and recognizes MyProCoach workouts.

• Provides a nutrition plan tailored to your training and needs.

• Discount: Use code MPC20 (one-time use) for 20% off COPILOT subscriptions.

Key Nutrition Principles

1. Carbohydrates – Your Main Fuel

• Essential for energy during long workouts or races.

• Aim for 60–90g/hour during sessions over 90 minutes.

2. Protein – Recovery and Repair

• Supports muscle repair and adaptation.

• Include protein-rich foods like lean meats, eggs, legumes, or plant-based sources.

• Eat a post-workout protein meal after tough sessions.

3. Hydration – Stay Consistently Hydrated

• Drink water and electrolyte beverages throughout the day.

• Adjust intake based on sweat rate, temperature, and intensity.

4. Pre-Workout Fuel

• Eat 1–2 hours before training.

• Focus on easily digestible carbs, moderate protein, and low fat to prevent stomach issues.

5. Race Day Nutrition

• Stick to strategies practiced in training.

• Avoid trying new products on race day.

• Fuel at regular intervals to maintain energy.

Additional Nutrition Resources

• Nutrition in Training
• Race Nutrition
• Phil's Blog: Nutrition

Copyright MyProCoach® Ltd © May 2018. All rights reserved.