Carb loading and Hydration has begun

All this week I have been eating extra bananas and drinking extra water in preparation of the big race day.

As for running today is another rest day, no running today just taking it easy, tomorrow will be a short run, 2 miles or so early in the day and then rest for the remainder of the day. 

Today starts the next phase of preparation, Carb Loading and Hydration phase 2.   Loads of carbs for the next 2 days and plenty of coconut water for hydration.  Don't know if you are all familiar with coconut water or have used it in your race training at all, but I started using it about 8 months ago and I think it really does make a difference in my hydration level.  

What Is Coconut Water?

It is a naturally refreshing beverage, that has a sweet, nutty taste. It contains easily digested carbohydrate in the form of sugar and electrolytes. Do Not confuse coconut water with high-fat coconut milk or oil, coconut water is a clear liquid that comes from the fruit’s center that is tapped from young, green coconuts.

Coconut water has fewer calories, less sodium, and more potassium than any sports drink. Ounce per ounce, most unflavored coconut water contains 5.45 calories, 1.3 grams sugar, 61 milligrams (mg) of potassium, and 5.45 mg of sodium.  

Hydration
Coconut water is rich in Potassium and other minerals, coconut water can help to regulate our internal fluids and replenish and rehydrate the body. In some case it has been used to treat dehydration caused by dysentery, cholera, diarrhea and stomach flu. Drinking one cup of coconut water twice daily during digestive tract abnormalities, hot temperatures, and after strenuous workouts can help rehydrate the body quickly.

There are plenty of other benefits to drinking coconut water so please check it out.  

Have a great day all, and good running.