Do you really know the importance of drinking water and taking in carbs during your training?

You hear it often.

Drink water.

Eat some carbs during your training.

But I bet you often ignore this.

This is a habit you should be taking into your training.

It's simple to do. So, do it to maximise your training.

Maximising Training:

1. Enhanced Strength and Power:

• Proper hydration and carb intake ensure that muscles have the necessary nutrients and energy to perform optimally, leading to better strength and power output.

1. Better Endurance:

• Maintaining hydration and energy levels allows for longer training sessions without premature fatigue, leading to improved endurance and overall performance.

1. Optimal Recovery:

• Consuming carbs and staying hydrated during workouts helps in faster recovery post-exercise, allowing athletes to train more frequently and with higher intensity.
  

Simplicity of Implementation:

1. Hydration:

• Before Workout: Drink water 2-3 hours before training.

• During Workout: Sip water regularly, aiming for about 200ml every 10-20 minutes.

• After Workout: Rehydrate with water and electrolytes to replace lost fluids.

1. Carb Intake:

• Before Workout: Consume a small meal or snack rich in complex carbs about 1-2 hours before training.

• During Workout: Consume easily digestible carbs like sports drinks, energy gels, or fruit (e.g., bananas) during the workout to maintain energy levels.

• After Workout: Replenish glycogen stores with a carb-rich meal or snack within 30 minutes post-exercise.

By following these simple steps, athletes can ensure they are properly fuelled and hydrated, leading to maximised training performance and better overall results.