Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 2856: Life Is An Ironman (Pace Yourself Accordingly) by Ben Greenfield on Workout Recovery and Overall Fitness
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Jan 27, 2025 Explore the parallels between tackling life's challenges and competing in an Ironman. Learn how pacing and strategic fueling can prevent burnout while promoting overall wellness. Discover the importance of adopting a holistic approach to health, emphasizing mental and spiritual well-being. Reflect on proactive health management techniques like blood testing and envisioning your future self. Embrace a fulfilling journey that balances physical vigor with life’s adventures!
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Pacing Strategy for Endurance Events
- Identify your peak aerobic capacity, synonymous with your peak fat-burning zone.
- Maintain this capacity consistently throughout the majority of an Ironman or any endurance event.
Fueling Strategy for Endurance Events
- Fuel with a slow-burning mix of ketones, MCT oil, essential amino acids, electrolytes, and small amounts of non-fermentable carbs.
- This stabilizes energy and avoids "bonking" or "hitting the wall" later in the race.
Strategic Carbohydrate Use
- Conserve carbohydrates until the final 13.1 miles of an Ironman.
- Then, switch to easily digestible carbs like Coca-Cola for a final push.
