As every endurance athlete knows, proper nutrition and hydration are key to success in racing. But how do you approach this on a 200km, non-stop and unsupported footrace across the Drakensberg?

Should you count calories, milligrams of sodium and litres of fluid consumed per hour? Should you use gels and high-carb sports drinks? Or should you focus on maintaining a normal meal plan and consuming real, wholesome foods for your time out in the mountains? In this blog we delve into some of the pros and cons of your options…