Diet And Nutrition

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Learning Through Failure

Posted in Diet and Nutrition, Race Reports, Racing by Juli Fiocca

St. Croix 70.3 provided a great opportuinty for an expirament. After Arizona, St. Croix race priority reduced, legs under-powered, it was a perfect time to try something to prepare for later in the season.

The St. Croix Study

Objective: Determine how to reduce the lower-GI distress experienced in Arizona

Experiment: “Drink” carbo-loading calories 24 hours prior and pre-race meal to reduce fiber/stuff in the gut

Outcome: Rejected (literally), causing upper-GI distress and rejection of calories taken in. I knew it was a definate “F” when I saw Desiree walking back to her hotel (I was walking the run course), and she stopped and told me to try to get something down and be sure to go to medical.

Findings: It appears that my ‘carbo-loading’ through carb drinks did not prepare my system. Used to complex carbs, unprocessed foods, and no refined sugar, the drinks became sugar balls in my stomach. Additionally, it didn’t appear to fill my energy stores. By the time I got to the run (although in 2nd off the bike), my energy was dibilitatingly low, and any attempt to put calories in was met with stomach rejection, causing severe vomiting.

What next: Carb loading with potatos and white rice-like diet. Rest and short/speed for leg recovery.

More of the week: St. Croix provided a beautiful backdrop to the race. The famous ‘Beast’ tamed easily with the Trek and the Bontragers. I was in the right ‘zone’ according to the Timex Bodylink. We received full value from this race for sure: beautiful pre- and post- race rides, my husband’s first half-ironman, many personal interactions (I was on the course for a long time, as I walked the last 9 miles), medical services from Dr. Bob (including 2 IV bags), a new swim suit, snorkeling, and meeting some fantastic people.

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04:19

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Jen’s Salsa Recipe

Posted in Diet and Nutrition by Conrad Snover

My friend Jen and her dog Finn make this awesome salsa:

4-5 Ripe vine tomatoes, chopped
1/2 Red Onion, chopped
1/2 Cup Fresh Cilantro,chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Juice of one lime (maybe 2 if you prefer)
(Optional: diced avocado)

Lots of chips
At least one good friend
Cold Mexican beer

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Happy Easter

Posted in All Women, Athletes, Diet and Nutrition, Racing, Team 4, Team Humor, Training by Blake Becker

I hope everyone has a great day. Look for Easter eggs and eat lots of chocolate bunnies. Here is something to make you laugh…Natasha passed this along, thanks Fast Filly.

It is hard to read, so I will clue you in. The bunny on the left is saying “My A** hurts.” The one on the right is saying “what?” Perpective….alllll perspective. ~Blake

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04:04

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A Newbie’s Observations (Fantasy Camp)

Posted in All Women, Diet and Nutrition, Family by Jeanne Roth

I am a TIMEX Newbie. I still can’t believe I’m on the team.

This was the coolest camp I have experienced. It beats Girl Scout camp, Outward Bound, and summer camp. It was Fantasy Camp. I got a swimming lesson from Melanie, that was really cool, but now my muscles hurt because I wasn’t using them before! Ben, maybe you should ask her for some pointers?

I found out that the pros have hangups, nerves, injuries and body issues, JUST LIKE ME! Sometimes they have confidence issues, a lot of nutrition problems (Immodium AD should be a sponsor!) and family conflicts. Everyone is trying to balance life outside of training; (is there life outside of training?) i.e. work, commutes, college, personal commitments and how to survive the perils of traveling.

As Tim said in his post, we learned a lot about all our sponsors and I can’t wait to go out for a ride with my new GPS and BodyLink system on my new Trek bike! I have gotten many compliments on my new dual watch (it has hands and a digital display) and learned how to put on a wetsuit in no time! I’m not gonna share that though, its an insider secret!

After hanging out with some of the funniest and nicest people, I know I am in the right place. I will be cheering all of my teammates on throughout the year from the M.O.P! Just make sure you save me a beer at the finish!

My favorite Burrito Recipe! Serves 2-4

1 packet Uncle Bens 90 second Brown Rice

1 can Amy’s Organic Black Beans or refried beans

4 Sweet potatoes

Shredded cheese (optional) I like the Mexican blends with added spices

3 large fresh tomatoes, diced

1 jalapeno, diced ole!

Large organic Tortillas (whole wheat preferably)

Fresh Cilantro and Lime wedges to taste

Microwave the potatoes for 4 minutes per potato. (so for 4 potatoes 4 x 4 minutes, turn the potaotes each time. Be sure to prick the potatoes to let steam out. Heat up rice per package directions during the last 90 seconds of potatoes. Mix hot rice and diced tomatoes and jalapeno in bowl. Keep warm. You can also mix beans in if you like or keep them seperate. Scrape flesh out of potatoes and keep warm. Place tortilla in dry nonstick skillet on medium heat. Spread in potatoes, rice mixture, cilantro, beans and cheese. Fold tortilla over and roll on seam side and cook for 3-4 minutes. Roll and cook on opposite side for another 3-4 minutes.

Enjoy with guac, salsa or sour cream (in moderation!) squeeze lime wedges on burrito for an added zest or put them in your cerveza.

I also use chicken, leftovers, tempeh or tofu in place of the sweet potato. YUM-O!

Next up: Cookies that are good for you and you wanna eat them!

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