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Race Day Nutrition
Race Day Nutrition manual
Heat Race Fueling Modifications
Adjust your nutrition strategy for racing in hot conditions above 75°F.
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Adjust your nutrition strategy for racing in hot conditions above 75°F.
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Adjust your nutrition strategy for racing in hot conditions above 75°F.
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Heat Race Fueling Modifications
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Adjust your nutrition strategy for racing in hot conditions above 75°F.
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Adjust your nutrition strategy for racing in hot conditions above 75°F.
How Heat Affects Performance and Nutrition
Racing in hot conditions (above 70°F / 21°C) changes:
- Sweat rate increases dramatically
- Core temperature rises
1. Hydration Changes
Before Race:
- Drink an extra 16-24 oz in the 24 hours before
- Include sodium (helps retain fluid)
2. Electrolyte Priority
In heat, you lose more than just water:
- Sodium: 500-1500mg per hour
- Potassium: Important but secondary
1. Hydration Changes
Before Race:
Drink an extra 16-24 oz in the 24 hours before
Include sodium (helps retain fluid)
Pre-load with electrolytes
Urine should be pale yellow, not clear
Drink more frequently (every 15-20 min vs 20-25 min)
Implementation
Race-week rehearsal vs race-day improvisation
Race-day manuals should reduce decisions, not add them.
What creates race-week stress
- Trying new foods or supplements too close to race day
- Wing-ing breakfast timing instead of practicing it
- Skipping the rehearsal during the week before the meet
What works better
- Familiar meals with timing already practiced
- A simple pre-race bag or cooler
- One clear recovery routine after the race
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Source topics
heat • hot weather • summer • electrolytes • cooling