Carb loading might get all the hype, but race week fuelling starts way before those last 24 hours! Pro triathlete Ellie Salthouse reveals how she nails her travel, taper, hydration, and pre-race nutrition to feel fresh and fast on the start line. From beating jet lag to the perfect final 48 hours, Heather uncovers pro tips you can use to transform your next race week.
Chapters
0:00 – Carb Loading & Race Week
0:38 – Welcoming Pro Ellie Salthouse
1:16 – Nutrition & Hydration While Travelling
2:19 – Beating Jet Lag & Adapting Meals
4:00 – Expert Tips for Travel & Routine
6:20 – Taper Week Fuelling & Training Balance
7:45 – Mistakes Age-Groupers Often Make
9:39 – Finding the Carb & Calorie Balance
12:07 – The Crucial Final 48 Hours
13:20 – Race Morning: Pre-Race Meals
15:17 – Race Day Fuelling Strategy
17:32 – Adapting in Cooler Conditions
18:39 – Post-Race Recovery & Ellie’s Go-To Meal
19:53 – Hydration Myths & Mistakes
20:34 – Wrap-Up & Key Takeaways
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