Fixx Nutrition are the official nutrition provider for Ultra-Trail Australia, 2022. We caught up with them on how to train and race with Fixx to get you through the UTA50 and UTA100.
Whether you are an experienced ultra runner or new to endurance running, getting your nutrition right for the Ultra-Trail Australia races can be very tricky.
With a huge selection of products available for runners, how can you be sure you’re making the right choice? Sports gels, bars, chews and drinks are generally mass-produced and often include ingredients with weird sounding names that can be impossible to pronounce. Not to mention the effect these products can have on your system and your running result.
The key elements needed to successfully fuel a run include hydration (fluid), electrolytes (4 key minerals to replace what you are losing) and carbohydrate (energy) intake. These are all vitally important but how can we consume all of these sufficiently while moving to keep our body moving?
The easiest way to consume all these elements is to drink a pre-mixed endurance fuel like Fixx Nutrition Fuel X which is going to be available on all UTA aid stations.
With the right blend of electrolytes and the right quantity and type of carbohydrates, this liquid endurance fuel will also keep you energised and well hydrated. Fuel X is a powder that mixes easily with water and can be sipped from an aid station cup, drink bottle, soft flask or hydration vest during your run. It's important to look after your body in training so you make it to your race. You spend so much time & effort to get to the start line the last thing you want to do is consume an artificial product that is full of sugar. Read what's on the label to ensure the best possible ingredients are used that are going to help you perform at a strong level & help you recover so you can run again & again....which is what we all wish isn't it!
Add one scoop of your favourite Fuel X flavour to 500-700ml chilled water and sip during the day and if you can repeat even better. There are huge benefits to pre-hydrating as well as pre-loading carbohydrates which will impact how your body feels on race day.
Add one scoop to 250-500ml water and sip over the hour before the start of the run.
Just before the start gun goes off, drink one all natural, small batch Fixx Cold Brew Energy 50ml shot! With an amazing 150mg naturally occurring caffeine, the equivalent of a double espresso this shot will get you focused and energised for a strong start. This is your pre-run coffee! Enjoy! Being Cold Brewed this product is low in acidity and will mean you will not necessarily need to visit the toilet.
Drink 1-2 cups of pre-mixed endurance fuel as provided at the Refreshment Stations & continue to sip from your soft flask or hydration bladder. Alternate between water & Fuel X.
When necessary during the race, consume an all-natural double espresso Fixx Cold Brew Energy Shot! This may be before a hill or stair climb where extra energy is required. Small enough to carry in your pocket or running belt, the caffeine will help you to re-focus and the carbohydrates will energise you to get you to the finish line.
Drink 1-2 cups Fuel X in the Recovery Area after you have finished your race, grab a piece of fruit & water, stretch, relax & enjoy the glory!
This all may seem somewhat overwhelming but if you do your homework as early as you can and get familiar with the premium, all natural product range of Fixx Nutrition you’ll be all set for an awesome running experience.
Important TIP: Try out Fuel X endurance fuel – it is a combination of the most important parts of nutrition – hydration, electrolytes and carbohydrates and might just be the easiest way to fuel your run.
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