We are planning to do our first 5K, possible 10K, this summer in Montana. We've never had to deal with a feed station and we are wondering what types of nutrition and drinks other people would use and recommend for swimming these distances?
I've done distances up to 4.5 miles but not 10K yet. Most eschew feeding in a 5K, but I've found I perform better with a Gu about 10 minutes before race start and one about 2/3 through the race. I tuck both in my Speedo at the hip. I would try these out in a practice session as I've read of many on here who say that gels make them feel sick.
I've done distances up to 4.5 miles but not 10K yet. Most eschew feeding in a 5K, but I've found I perform better with a Gu about 10 minutes before race start and one about 2/3 through the race. I tuck both in my Speedo at the hip. I would try these out in a practice session as I've read of many on here who say that gels make them feel sick.
