Listen "#28: The Runners Nutrition Playbook: A Nutrition Q&A for Long-Distance Runners"
Episode Synopsis
Today's episode is a solo Q+A on nutrition for runners and marathoners. These are a collection of common questions I have been getting recently from talks, clients and social media. I cover:
What are the most important nutrients for marathon runners?
How should I adjust my diet on long runs and race day and days leading up to the race?
What are some common nutrition mistakes that marathon runners make?
How can I stay hydrated during training and racing?
What are the benefits of a plant-based diet for marathon runners/ have you advice for vegan/ vegetarians in general?
How can I use supplements to improve my performance?
Ideas for breakfast food before a race especially when staying at hotel away from normal routine
What to eat / drink post run and general recovery advice?
If you have questions or guest suggestions for a future episode, please send me a message on socials @therunningrules or email [email protected]
You can now get a comprehensive free marathon training plan available with paces for your particular target time along with a strength guide and nutrition guide. This an absolute no brainer. To download go to:
www.therunningrules.com/free-plans
If you need more, you can get information on my one-to-one coaching service for running, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
What are the most important nutrients for marathon runners?
How should I adjust my diet on long runs and race day and days leading up to the race?
What are some common nutrition mistakes that marathon runners make?
How can I stay hydrated during training and racing?
What are the benefits of a plant-based diet for marathon runners/ have you advice for vegan/ vegetarians in general?
How can I use supplements to improve my performance?
Ideas for breakfast food before a race especially when staying at hotel away from normal routine
What to eat / drink post run and general recovery advice?
If you have questions or guest suggestions for a future episode, please send me a message on socials @therunningrules or email [email protected]
You can now get a comprehensive free marathon training plan available with paces for your particular target time along with a strength guide and nutrition guide. This an absolute no brainer. To download go to:
www.therunningrules.com/free-plans
If you need more, you can get information on my one-to-one coaching service for running, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
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