Running food

Dietitians explain exactly what to eat before running, including pre-cardio meal and snack ideas. Plus, they share why it's important to eat before running and when to do so.

For a long time, one of the most mystifying things about running to me — and exercise in general — didn’t even involve the action itself, it had to do with what you’re required to do before and after (and sometimes during) a workout. I’m not talking about stretching or drinking water (although both are […]

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Use this sample long distance runners diet plan to help give you ideas and knowledge for meeting your nutritional needs. Long distance runners nutrition needs are high! #runnernutrition

Some of the best foods for runners may come as a surprise, but incorporating them into your diet will be highly beneficial.

There is a lot of information for runners about what to eat before a run and even what to eat before a long run, but you often need to do some digging if you want to find what foods to avoid before running. In other words, while knowing what is best to eat pre-workout is certainly helpful, it’s equally important to know what not to eat in case your general dietary choices differ from the standard recommendations of the best foods to eat before running.

A runner's diet is about more than just carbohydrates. It's about energy endurance and health. Full guide to create your runner's diet plan.

Snacking can get a bad rap but healthy snacks are actually an important part of your nutrition and fueling strategy as a runner. Healthy snacks for runners can be used to provide pre-run fuel, mid-run calories, and post-race recovery and refueling nutrients. Healthy snacks are also a crucial component of a runner’s overall diet or nutrition plan, helping meet daily caloric and macronutrient needs throughout the entire day, not just in the interval of time right around a run.

Traditional endurance fuels, such as gels and drinks, often cause gastrointestinal distress in runners. Here are 7 real food endurance fuel alternatives.