My suggestion...which is contrary to most previously submitted, my apologies, but do not eat the morning of the PRT, and definitely do not drink a Red Bull!!! Red Bull is filled with caffeine, which will cause severe abdominal cramps--things that can greatly reduce your overall run time. Also do not drink milk the morning of, in fact, I would avoid it atleast twelve hours before the PRT--the protein in the milk lingers longer because it is not as easily metabolized and will also cause cramping.
The best suggestion is to actually eat a high protein meal the night before and limit the carbs. Why? Most people load up on pasta, potatoes, and rice--which are usually simple carbs. The problem with carbs in general is that the body metabolizes them too quickly--therefore the energy you gain from them are used up more quickly as well. This quick absorbtion also affects blood sugar levels, which can leave you flat and tired in the morning.
If you eat a high protein meal with a moderate serving of good fats the night before, you will be just fine in the morning. Proteins take longer to break down and help maintain glucose levels in the blood longer and more effectively. If you eat your dinner later in the evening, the meal will help you well into the next morning.
The simple solution is to eat well the night before, high protein and fat, low carbs, drink well and keep it simple with water only. A thing I like to do is eat a couple of PBJ's before bed--use extra peanut butter--and that will be energy source for the morning. Trust me works well. Eating in the morning only stands to shunt much needed blood to your stomach for digestion. I can't stress it enough though, stay away from beverages with caffeine or milk (energy, meal replacement etc) in them the morning of the PRT--they will give you cramps and are also diuretics--they dehydrate you.
I would stop doing your gym routine atleast two days prior to the PRT and just do stretching exercises.
I realize these recommendations are contrary to popular perception but trust me they are tested recommendations that are effective. Feel free to email me if you have any other questions.
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