It primarily comes down to three reasons: comfort, protection, and aerodynamics. Taller socks will help protect a riderโs legs from the sun and any debris that might come off of the road. It also protects their feet from their shoes (and, conversely, their shoes will be protected from their feet).
Energy gels and electrolyte powders come with a set expiration date. Electrolyte powders have a longer shelf life, going 3+ years without any problem. Meanwhile, energy gels can last anywhere between 8 to 12 months, depending on the quality of the ingredients and the packaging. The longevity of both the products depends on how and where they are stored.
While the positive effects of swimming [far] outweigh the [potential] negative effects, for sure, it is important to be aware of the [potential] negative effects. By being aware of the [potential] negative effects [of swimming] one can take measures to lessen their effect, and/or, quite possibly, avoid them altogether (i.e., mitigate them).ย
As a general guide, beginner swimmers should not be swimming more than 3 or 4 laps per session (roughly 20-30 minutes max) whereas advanced swimmers can swim for up to 2 hours. However, this figure is subjective as it will depend on the individual swim experience and age group.
Believe it or not, the average age of triathletes across the globe is 43 years old. Even the professionals in this sport, with an average age of 33, would be considered too old to be competitive in many popular team sports.
Some marathon events are short enough that sleep during the race is a moot point (i.e., it would be pointless; the duration of the race is not long enough to require sleep during it). However, much like land-based marathons of this nature one does have the ability to rest and refuel (in designated areas) so long as they complete the event within the designated time limit [for the race].ย