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Fueling for the CPAT: Carbs, Hydration and Test Day
Preparing for the CPAT? What you eat and drink before the test can have a major impact on how you perform.
In this episode of Fueling Fire, Megan Lautz breaks down the basics of CPAT nutrition and explains how to fuel your body during training and on test day. She covers why carbohydrates are your primary source of fuel, how to approach hydration without overdoing it, what to eat before the CPAT, and why you do not need to load up on protein right before you test.
Whether you are in the thick of training for your first CPAT or getting ready for test day, these practical nutrition strategies…
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