Runner's World UK6 days agoAre bananas good for runners?RunnersWorld - Eve DaviesGo bananas! The yellow fruit has a bunch of benefits – here’s why you should be eating bananas (and their peel) A staple in most pre-run breakfast recipes and in every post-race goodie bag, bananas are somewhat of a running icon – and, it turns out, they have every right to be. Runners are, in fact, …
Runner's World UKFuelling for a marathon: How to get it rightRunnersWorld - Jenny BozonHow many gels should you take during a marathon? And what should you eat in the days before the race? We've shared all you need to know about fuelling for 26.2 miles If you're one of the many people preparing to tackle 26.2 miles this spring, you've probably been thinking about how you're going to …
Runner's World UK20 of the best energy gels, drinks and chews for running (plus Amazon Spring Sale discounts)RunnersWorld - Kieran Alger, Priyankaa Joshi and Jenny BozonTaking on a spring marathon? Fuel your training and races with our pick of the tastiest and most effective sports nutrition products We updated this article in March to reflect the latest prices and deals, including discounts in the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale. If you're running for anything upwards …
Runner's World UKShould runners be eating red meat?RunnersWorld - Jenny BozonLeading sports dietitian and RW columnist Renee McGregor weighs up the pros and cons... In recent years, increasing numbers of us have opted for a more plant-based diet, with the latest data by DEFRA (2022) showing that the consumption of meat has dropped by 14% in the last decade. This decline could …
Runner's World UKIs the Mediterranean diet a healthy choice for runners?RunnersWorld - Jordan Smith, Namrita Brooke, PhD and RDNTwo experts explain why this way of eating is so advantageous for active types Let's cut to the chase: nutrition is a key component of your training and can have a big impact on your potential as a runner. You need to nourish your body with nutrient-rich foods that fuel your runs and help you to …
Runner's World UKIs porridge good for you?RunnersWorld - Rachel BoswellPorridge is a staple breakfast among runners – but is it still healthy once you've added all those toppings? If it's good enough for marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge, then it's good enough for you. What are we talking about? Porridge. Porridge – or oatmeal – is a go-to breakfast consumed regularly and …