The PERFECT Comrades Marathon Nutrition Strategy

Down - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

In this podcast, Brad Nadauld and Lindsey Parry discuss several important aspects of preparing for the Comrades Marathon, focusing on pacing, injury prevention, and nutrition strategy.

Links we mentioned in this podcast:
- Comrades Marathon Strength Plan
- Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap
- Register for our upcoming Comrades Webinar

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab the Comrades Roadmap here: http://coachparry.com/down
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Here's what we covered in this podcast:
Pacing and Run-Walk Strategy:
Lindsey emphasizes the importance of practicing race pace during long runs to simulate race conditions accurately. This helps in managing energy levels and ensures that runners are not starting too fast on race day, which could lead to exhaustion and a slower finish.

Injury Prevention and Management:
With an increase in training mileage, the risk of injuries also rises. Lindsey advises on how to recognize and manage injuries early on. Resting at the first sign of pain, properly treating the injury, and possibly modifying training are key strategies. The goal is to avoid chronic injuries that could jeopardize race day performance.

Comrades Marathon Nutrition Strategy:
The discussion covers how to plan and implement a nutrition strategy for long-distance races like Comrades. Lindsey explains how to calculate carbohydrate needs based on body weight and exercise duration, suggesting a mix of energy sources including gels, energy drinks, and solid foods to maintain energy levels without causing gastrointestinal distress. Practicing this nutrition strategy during training runs and races leading up to Comrades is crucial for race day success.