Nutrition
Sports Medicine
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Gainesville/Haymarket Office
14535 John Marshall Highway, #203
Gainesville, VA 20155
Tel: (703) 753-0974
Fax: (703) 753-9709
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Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center
10900 University Blvd.
Manassas, VA 2011
Tel: (703) 753-0974
Fax: (703) 753-9709
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Triathlon Training Information
As specialists in sports medicine, our staff at Haymarket Physical Therapy & Chiropractic works with athletes at various levels. The following information is designed to assist athletes in training for a triathlon:
- Top Tips to Prepare for Long Distance Racing
By Monique Ryan, MS, RD
Nutritional preparation for Ironman racing is both a science and an art, with each competitor formulating their own mix of training and race nutrition strategies. However, there are some essential ingredients to race-day success. Below are some nutrition tips deserving of your time and attention in preparation for race day ... READ MORE
- Nutrition Training for Ironman Race
By Rebecca Marks Rudy, MS
These days if you want to compete in an Ironman distance triathlon you likely have to commit a year in
advance in order to secure a number. You dedicate the next 12 months to following a training plan, investing in
gear and practicing sound nutrition. In the week leading up to the race you then find yourself with more time
on your hands as you let your muscles rest. This is a perfect opportunity to turn your focus to nutrition, and
more specifically, to carbohydrates. However, this plan goes beyond eating a plate of pasta the night before
your race: Carbohydrate loading is a multi-day, multi-food group practice...READ MORE
- Injury Prevention for Runners
Haymarket Physical Therapy & Chiropractic works with many runners in our practice from casual joggers to highly competitive, high mileage runners. For your convenience, we've developed detailed information packets about how to prevent and treat some of the most common running related injuries...READ MORE