when to eat last before race?

csp
csp Posts: 777
edited March 2009 in Training, fitness and health
I have read lots of contradictory things on the topic, what do you think?

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  • softlad
    softlad Posts: 3,513
    a lot would depend on the length of the race and whether it was morning or afternoon...
  • Bronzie
    Bronzie Posts: 4,927
    I'd say last big meal around 3 hours before (ie breakfast / lunch) so your body has time to digest and clear your stomach, with light snacks nearer the start time if needed.
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  • disgruntledgoat
    disgruntledgoat Posts: 8,957
    Given the state of every pre-race bog i've ever been in I should say about 16 hours before, just to be on the safe side.
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