Coach Chris explains the science behind bonking and outlines practical strategies to prevent it during long-distance triathlon, running or cycling events.

She explains:

• What bonking is and and why this extreme fatigue happens, often occurring around 3 hours into intense exercise
• How much glycogen the body can store in calories and carbs
• How many carbs to ingest per hour, depending on your gender, size and race distance. 
• Why two types of carbs are better than one (and which ones are currently being researched to push the gut) 
• Why heat decreases carbohydrate oxidation 
• Why your gut requires training just like your muscles
• How your personalized fueling plan should be based on your sweat rate, body size, and event conditions 
• Why you should avoid trying anything new on race day

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