Head of the Yarra: Inside the Coxswain's Mind! - EP 3

06/10/2025 21 min Temporada 1 Episodio 3

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Episode 3: Fueling for Endurance — Diet & Hydration Before HotYThe Head of the Yarra is a long, demanding race — and how you fuel your body can make all the difference. In this episode, Jen, from Toowong Rowing Club , and I explore what to eat and drink in the lead-up to the 8km race so you can perform at your best on the day.We cover:What your body needs for sustained enduranceHow to approach carb loading and maintain gut comfort in the lead upFuelling strategies on race morningSmart hydration before and after racingPost-race recovery tipsWhether you’re racing HotY for the first time or fine-tuning your routine, this episode offers practical, tried-and-true advice to help you stay fuelled, focused, and ready for the river.

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