The foods that maintain a good blood sugar level are the low sugar, high fibre foods. Another measure of this is GI (Glycemic Index). The lower the GI the better the food is. With these foods it can take many hours to convert all their energy to blood glucose so they continue to place just a small amount of sugar into the blood for hours after eating them.
Of the main food groups, the ones that are good at maintaining a reasonable blood sugar level are Nuts, Berries, most grains and most vegetables. Of these, the main one that would be useful for gliding is the nut family. Health food bars can be good but most have too much sugar in them. Most of the so called sports drinks have far too high a sugar level to be useful.
Ken Dawber
Alan Wilson wrote:
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
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