RNY Runners
1st meeting with BariAthlete Coach
Hey All,
I had my first meeting today with Lea my Bari Athlete coach. Today was a lot about what I am currently doing and some tweeks to help my energy / hydration levels stay consistent during my training. I am looking forward to the customized meal plan that I will be getting along with the coaching.
Some tidbits that I learned -
When working out for an hour or longer - you need to replenish with electrolytes. G2, Power-aid zero, or a product she recommends called Nuun - which is a tab you add to your water. If working out for 2 + hours you will also need some type of carb replenishment - she recommends something called a "shot block" - I will look into Nuun & Shot Block let you all know more.
After a hard workout - getting some healthy carbs is important - that does not mean loading up on bread and rice - more like some fruit, yogurt or veggies. The ration for bariatric clients should be 3 carbs : 1 protein for an after workout snack. She said yogurt is an excellent example of a great post workout snack. So think some berries and a few nuts. Most important is to listen to your pouch to determine your quantity and what food you can eat.
I normally eat 1/2 a protein bar after my workout - so what I will need to do is to add a little fruit with my bar.
She gave me a lot of other detailed info on periodization, electrolytes levels, sweat calculations, etc.
Overall a very good session. I am excited to see how much more I learn and how it impacts my training as I move into the ramp up phase of my 1/2 marathon training.
I am still sick with this damn sore throat and think I will be hitting the drs tomorrow. The white spots on my throat are a pure sign that something is not right ;-) I missed my 5 mile run today and do NOT want to be out for any more runs this week!
Happy running/jogging/walking to all!
I had my first meeting today with Lea my Bari Athlete coach. Today was a lot about what I am currently doing and some tweeks to help my energy / hydration levels stay consistent during my training. I am looking forward to the customized meal plan that I will be getting along with the coaching.
Some tidbits that I learned -
When working out for an hour or longer - you need to replenish with electrolytes. G2, Power-aid zero, or a product she recommends called Nuun - which is a tab you add to your water. If working out for 2 + hours you will also need some type of carb replenishment - she recommends something called a "shot block" - I will look into Nuun & Shot Block let you all know more.
After a hard workout - getting some healthy carbs is important - that does not mean loading up on bread and rice - more like some fruit, yogurt or veggies. The ration for bariatric clients should be 3 carbs : 1 protein for an after workout snack. She said yogurt is an excellent example of a great post workout snack. So think some berries and a few nuts. Most important is to listen to your pouch to determine your quantity and what food you can eat.
I normally eat 1/2 a protein bar after my workout - so what I will need to do is to add a little fruit with my bar.
She gave me a lot of other detailed info on periodization, electrolytes levels, sweat calculations, etc.
Overall a very good session. I am excited to see how much more I learn and how it impacts my training as I move into the ramp up phase of my 1/2 marathon training.
I am still sick with this damn sore throat and think I will be hitting the drs tomorrow. The white spots on my throat are a pure sign that something is not right ;-) I missed my 5 mile run today and do NOT want to be out for any more runs this week!
Happy running/jogging/walking to all!
