The 10 Biggest Mistakes Endurance Athletes Make

 

There are obviously more than ten mistakes that an athlete can make, the list represents the most common performance running gaffes, I know I sure have made them.  Some of these may seem basic and obvious, but you’d be amazed at how many athletes keep making the same ones over and over, and then wonder why their performance isn’t as good as it could be.

1.      Excess Hydration

2.      Simple Sugar Consumption

3.      Improper amounts of Calories

4.      Inconsistent Electrolyte Supplementation

5.      No Protein during Prolonged Exercise

6.      Too Much Solid Food During Exercise

7.      Using Something New in a Race Without Trying it in Training

8.      Sticking with your Game Plan when it’s not Working

9.      Inadequate Post-Workout Nutrition

10.   Improper Pre-Race Fueling

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