Melbourne Marathon Nutrition Guide

Run your best Melbourne Marathon with a race-day nutrition plan built from science, experience, and proven results. Created by TFD Performance Dietitians, this guide is tailored specifically for Melbourne’s October conditions, course profile, and on-course nutrition offerings.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Complete race-week fuelling plans – from your daily macros to your carbohydrate load.

• Training nutrition strategies to optimise energy, recovery, and gut tolerance.

• Intra-race fuelling frameworks with step-by-step carbohydrate, fluid, and sodium targets.

• Hydration and electrolyte guidance based on sweat rate, weather, and personal needs.

• Sample meal plans for training, race week, and recovery days.

• Practical tips for race day logistics, including aid station use and personal nutrition storage.

From pre-run snacks to post-race recovery, every page helps you fuel smarter, train harder, and perform better. Backed by TFD’s experience in road marathons and ultra-endurance events, this guide prepares you to cross the finish line strong—without the guesswork.

Perfect for:

• First-time marathoners wanting clarity and confidence.

• Experienced runners chasing a PB.

• Anyone looking to master their fuelling for Melbourne’s conditions.

Format: Digital PDF download – accessible instantly after purchase.