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For Ironman: Carbohydrate Loading

by Christopher D. Jensen, PhD, MPH, RD, 12 November 2008

You’ll probably burn anywhere from 8,500 to 11,500 calories during your Ironman triathlon. You can’t come close to meeting those energy needs during the competition, so your fuel stores need to be as full as possible prior to the start of the event. Typically,...More

Tricia L. Griffin, RD, CSSD POWERBAR Sports Nutritionist

Q: For best results, is it better to eat POWERBAR® ProteinPlus™ bar before or directly after my strength training workout?

A: The POWERBAR® ProteinPlus™ bar may be consumed either before or after exercise. Prior to exercise, the nutrient of most concern is carbohydrate. Protein consumed before exercise will have some benefit in helping provide a more sustained source of energy

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