2006-09-13 21:21:43 · 3 answers · asked by shalini m 1 in Sports ➔ Olympics
it is called carbo loading so they can use the stored energy when the race starts, they do it the night before
2006-09-13 21:31:32 · answer #1 · answered by michael m 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is called carbo loading so they can use the stored energy when the race starts, they do it the night before Pasta meals are held before a day before a marathon race. Pasta is considered a good carbohydrate food and source of high energy. Thus, pasta meals are eaten in large quantities before a race.:-)
2006-09-17 18:34:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pasta meals are held before a day before a marathon race. Pasta is considered a good carbohydrate food and source of high energy. A runner doing a marathon will normally consume about 2,000 to 3,000 calories or more depending on the speed, length of time, and weight of a runner ! Thus, pasta meals are eaten in large quantities before a race.
2006-09-14 09:59:24 · answer #3 · answered by DAX 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋