Question: Should I eat before a run?
Answer: YES!
Most of us get up early and hit the pavement before we start the day. If you are like me trying to improve your time, you never want to feel weighted down.
However, you should never feel starved nor stuffed when you begin a run. Remember my blog last week on eating breakfast? Well if you should eat before going to work, you most absolutely should eat before a run.
Rule of thumb eat about an hour before a run. Be mindful that eating immediately before could lead to cramping and the dreadful side stitch, while running on an empty stomach can cause you to run out of energy.
For my morning runners here are a few tips: Think high Carbs, low fat, fiber and protein.
If you really like Fruits and Veggies before a run, give these a try:
Answer: YES!
Most of us get up early and hit the pavement before we start the day. If you are like me trying to improve your time, you never want to feel weighted down.
However, you should never feel starved nor stuffed when you begin a run. Remember my blog last week on eating breakfast? Well if you should eat before going to work, you most absolutely should eat before a run.
Rule of thumb eat about an hour before a run. Be mindful that eating immediately before could lead to cramping and the dreadful side stitch, while running on an empty stomach can cause you to run out of energy.
For my morning runners here are a few tips: Think high Carbs, low fat, fiber and protein.
- Bagel with peanut butter
- Turkey and cheese sandwich on whole wheat
- Banana and a energy bar
- Bowl of cereal (watch your sugar intake)
If you really like Fruits and Veggies before a run, give these a try:
- Tomatoes
- Zucchini
- Grapes
- Grapefruit
Theme of the day, be sure to eat SOMETHING before you hit the pavement.
Happy running and hope to see you out there.
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