Energy with benefits“No nutrient works in isolation: think about your diet as a whole in terms of the way each nutrient functions with its co-factors to promote absorption and utilisation,” says The Food Doctor, Ian Marber, author of Supereating (£12.99, Alhambra House).Pasta + S...
, since iron is lost in sweat and, in blood, from the urinary tract or gastrointestinal system of many endurance athletes. The repetitive impact of running may also cause red blood cells to break down - this is known as foot-strike haemolysis
's especially valuable during long training sessions or races, when steady-release energy keeps you from running out of energy. During fuel shortages, your body sends protein to the liver, where it is turned into backup carbs.But the power of protein doesn
to help others and loved running. Seven miles later, however, something went horribly wrong.It should have been the best of times for Lucero. The previous week she had defended her doctoral dissertation to become, in effect, Dr Cynthia Lucero
- whether that's before training, during long races or in recovery - is crucial to racing success.The night before your run: prepareWhat to eat... pasta, rice, soup, wholegrain bread, vegetables...and why: The week before a race is a time to reduce your
This section is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by Liz Applegate. You are not the average person. Youre the above-average person. You walk, swim, run, cycle, lift weights, play golf, or do some other type of physical exercise on a
instead of meeting friends for an early evening run. Here are some simple eating strategies that will keep you energised:Shrink your mealsRather than super-sizing your meals, keep portion sizes small to avoid stuffing yourself like a Christmas turkey
, between October and March.Why? Jerusalem artichokes are rich in inulin, a carbohydrate packed with bacteria-promoting properties. This means that as well as being great fuel for longer runs, Jerusalem artichokes are also great for maintaining digestive
UAN: Article type:++add pics++--You probably know that your body can only hold about 18 miles-worth of easily useable energy. But did you know that unless you top up your fuel reserves on the run, it starts trying to conserve that energy after
Nutrition IndexHere are seven must-read nutrition articles for every runner: • Food Groups: The Basics• Eating And Training: How To Time It Right• The Ultimate Runners' Snacks• Healthy Takeaway Options• Vegetarian tips• Five healthy eating plans
