Ask the Sports Dietitian Leslie J. Bonci, M.P.H., R.D, CSSD, LDN is a runner and registered dietitian with a master's degree in public health from the University of ...
Are some foods better than others in aiding recovery after a rough run? - Amber Amber, As far as I am concerned, the WHEN and HOW MUCH are as important as the WHAT. WHEN: For the best recovery, refuel within 15-30 minutes of a run. Make it a priority! HOW MUCH?: Aim for a post run app...
I used to do fine with gels and sports drinks during marathons, but recently they have begun to disagree with me. Are there any alternatives I can carry during a marathon so I don't throw up? – Nancy Great question, Nancy. Nothing worse than GI distress during a race. One of the thing...
I read an article about fueling tips for evening races, but what about fueling for morning races? I'm training for both a half and full marathon. -Deb Hi Deb, This is an excellent question. To perform at your optimum in morning races, you have to preplan and prefuel. Normally the advi...
'Tis the season for racing—5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and marathons—so what do you eat to compete? Plenty has been written on the technique of carbo loading, but this is no one-size-fits-all science. If you’re racing shorter distances (5Ks or 10Ks) you don't need to make any changes to...
