Do I need to carb load for an Olympic triathlon?
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While carb loading is a classic endurance sports strategy, many athletes complete Olympic distance triathlons without a strict, multi-day protocol. The real focus for this race length should be on a sensible high-carbohydrate diet in the final 24-48 hours and a solid fueling plan during the event itself. So, do you need to carb load for an Olympic triathlon? It's less about a full 'load' and more about strategic pre-race fuel and in-race intake.
