Tip of the Day

Pre-race carb loading: 2 days before your race, eat mostly complex carbs (whole-grain pastas and breads). 1 day before your race, eat more simple carbs such as white breads and pastas and fruits (avoid fatty carbs such as cookies and doughnuts). On race day, continue with the simple carbs with your last big meal at least 12 hours before race (avoid cream based sauces). Carbs can help your body store water for the race, 1 gram of carbs can store 3 grams of water so drink up and though you may gain a little "water weight" it will be utilized during your race.