Hydration is an important yet often overlooked part of successful training. While many runners focus on logging miles and completing workouts, staying properly hydrated and maintaining electrolyte balance have a significant impact on performance, recovery, and overall health. For female runners, hydration deserves special attention. This is because women may respond differently to heat, sweat, […]
Category Archives: Nutrition
10
Jul
Jul
If you’ve ever had to make an unexpected bathroom stop during a run or felt nauseated halfway through a workout, you’re not alone. Digestive issues, often referred to as “runner’s gut,” affect many runners, especially during longer or more intense workouts. While these symptoms can be frustrating, they are often preventable with the right nutrition […]
02
Jul
Jul
Feeling unusually tired on your runs? Struggling to hit paces that once felt comfortable? Before assuming you need to train harder, it may be worth looking at your nutrition. Two common but often overlooked concerns for female runners are iron deficiency and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). Both can quietly impact performance, recovery, and […]
04
Feb
Feb
National surveys estimate that about one in eight U.S. adults have now taken a GLP-1, whether for diabetes, weight loss or other indications. With the rapid expansion of GLP-1 use among the general population, it’s important that we take a look at how they may be impacting the health and fitness efforts of runners. At […]
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Oct
Oct
You don’t have to look far to find a social media post claiming that running and other high intensity exercise is bad for you, especially after a certain age, because it leads to an increase in cortisol. Influencers state that high cortisol increases belly fat, prevents weight loss and causes other health problems. Is this […]
05
Jun
Jun
When it comes to running, most of us think about training plans, shoes, and recovery tools. However, nutrition is just as critical to becoming a stronger, healthier runner. Food isn’t just fuel – it’s the foundation for performance, energy, recovery and long-term health. Whether you’re running your first 5K or training for a marathon, the […]
09
Aug
Aug
Let’s Dive into the Importance of Proper Post-Run Nutrition! After pushing your body through miles of effort, refueling through post-run nutrition is crucial. It’s needed for recovery and getting the most out of your training. During a long run, your body depletes its glycogen stores, breaks down muscle tissue, and loses essential electrolytes through sweat. […]
02
Aug
Aug
Fueling for the long run: Long runs are a staple of so many of our training programs. As runners we know that how we feel during the long run comes down to how we fuel during it. Here are some important questions to dive into: When do I know I need to fuel during a run? How long of a […]
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Jul
Jul
What Should I Eat Before a Run? How Much? When? Fueling properly before a run is key to ensuring you have the energy and endurance to perform your best. Aim to eat a balanced meal or snack – ideally one or more hours before your run. Focus on eating on easily digestible carbohydrates for quick […]
12
Jun
Jun
Have you thought about pre-run nutrition? Do you usually need a little pick-me-up snack before a run? Choosing a snack with fast-acting carbs will give you the right amount of energy to power through your run. Here’s why. Carbohydrates are our body’s primary source of energy, especially during high-intensity activities like running. Fast-acting carbs, such […]