Adam, We have had some discussion in Canberra with Sporting Physiologists from the AIS.
While gliding is sedentary, they suggest the equivalent of a muesli bar every 40 minutes, to feed the brain and keep sugar levels up. To me that means I make two sandwiches at breakfast and have half every hour [4 times] or so during a flight. Apples make me pass wind that I cannot blame on altitude or climbs. Have you ever 'lost interest' some 3 or 4 hours into a flight, a clear sign of low sugar levels [that I get at the office at about 1500, particularly when clouds are in the sky]. Also keep water up. I have added Gatorade powder to my camel back and it seemed to help with fluid retention. Finally, I reward myself for good work, eat and drink after a good climb, not when performing poorly low down. So much fun, so little time. Alan Wilson Ph 02 62316404 or Mobile 0416 231641 -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of skf1 Sent: Wednesday, 13 October 2004 7:56 AM To: 'Discussion of issues relating to Soaring in Australia.' Subject: RE: [Aus-soaring] Performance Enhancing Adam, I found that fitting of a relief tube made a huge difference for me, fluid intake is not restricted prior to launch. I also drink a glass of electrolyte about 90 minutes prior to launch. In flight oxygen is also a good idea if you have it. At the end of the day it is what works for you, and that takes planning and practice - I can see your well into your planning - good luck. SDF -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Cleaver Sent: Wednesday, 13 October 2004 12:47 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' Subject: Re: [Aus-soaring] Performance Enhancing Hi Adam I'll be at Temora for the nationals - too old for juniors but will fly a tug for you and maybe fly my glider, organise things, etc, as a member of the host club. Canberra had a talk last night from a Sports Psychologist from the Australian Institute of Sport - I asked her if she might be interested in visiting the Nationals and perhaps talking to the competitors. Any interest here? Mike Cleaver (Wombat) Temora GC At 08:46 PM 12/10/2004 +1000, Adam Woolley wrote: >G'day All, > >I'm really getting into my gliding at the moment, so am trying to improve >in all ways of our sport. > > >Just wondering what is the best energy foods for gliding are? > >What is the best liquid to drink in the air? is it best icy cold or >warm? I know there's 2 thinkings of this... > >What should be eaten the night or just before the flight for maximum >concentration and performance? > > >Regards, >WPP > >_______________________________________________ >Aus-soaring mailing list >[EMAIL PROTECTED] >To check or change subscription details, visit: >http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring _______________________________________________ Aus-soaring mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring _______________________________________________ Aus-soaring mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring _______________________________________________ Aus-soaring mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] To check or change subscription details, visit: http://lists.internode.on.net/mailman/listinfo/aus-soaring
