Nutrition, recovery & sleep: the keys to staying awake for 24 hours

Thomas
Apr 29
2 min read

Are you ready to take part in the 24 Hours of Le Mans Roller Race?

In such an intense event, performing well isn't just about riding. It's a delicate balance between effort... and management.

Because behind every lap of the circuit, there is an essential element that is often underestimated : your ability to properly nourish yourself, recover, and rest.

Nutrition: your fuel for 24 hours

Your body is your engine. And like any engine, it needs the right fuel to run in the long run.

Eating well isn't just about before the race. It's a strategy that's built before, during, and after the effort .

Before the race, it's about building up reserves. During, it's about maintaining a constant energy level. After each relay, it's about recharging efficiently.

The goal is simple: avoid fatigue and maintain performance throughout the 24 hours.

Every body is different, which is why it's essential to test your nutrition during training. On race day, nothing should be left to chance.

Sleep: arrive prepared from the start

We sometimes forget it, but performance starts well before the race.

Arriving rested, with quality sleep in the preceding days, makes a real difference. A lack of sleep quickly takes its toll on a long race.

Sleep also plays a role during the race. Knowing how to rest between relays, even for short periods, allows for more effective recovery.

A well-rested body is a more efficient, clearer-headed… and more resilient body.

Recovery: your best ally between relays

Over a 24-hour period, recovery becomes a true strategy.

What you do between your runs on the track is just as important as what you do on it.

Regular hydration, appropriate nutrition, rest periods… every detail counts to get back on track in the best possible condition.

A few simple actions can make a real difference:

Elevate your legs to promote circulation
take the time to stretch lightly
find a quiet place to reduce the effort

And above all, don't hesitate to take advantage of the medical staff present at the event. Available throughout the 24 hours, they can assist you, provide massages, and help you optimize your recovery.

A comprehensive approach to seeing things through to the end

In a race like the 24-hour Rollers, performance is not solely based on speed. It depends on your ability to manage all these parameters over time .

It is often the small adjustments — good nutrition, a well-placed rest period, optimized recovery — that allow you to keep going… and above all to fully enjoy the experience.