to fuel my running, so I started eating more porridge, brown rice and lean protein," explains icclesuez.And the restCarbohydrates may provide fuel but the body also needs protein and fat to keep healthy. "The foundations of a good training diet should
at least 50g of carbohydrate every two hours until your next main meal.While the emphasis is mostly on carbohydrates studies have also shown that including some protein (10-18g is ideal) in your post-event or workout snack or meal helps to replenish
on fire (really) and then gauge how well the flaming sample warmed a water bath. The warmer the water, the more calories the food contained. (Today, a food's calorie count is estimated from its carbohydrate, protein and fat content.) In the calorie's leap
and try to build up the quantity over time. If you tolerate liquids better after exercise, try a specially designed recovery drink - with a balance of carbohydrates, protein and essential nutrients - straight after exercise, followed by something like a
Flaked fish and curried rice might not be an obvious breakfast choice, but even RW’s staunchest porridge fans were won over by this dish. Kedgeree mixes flavours of Indian cuisine with the protein-rich heartiness of a traditional British breakfast
. Using low-fat stock and skinless chicken breast – and skipping the sour cream and cheese – keeps it light, though you can sling them in for extra protein if you like. Finally, avocado brings B vitamins and magnesium to the recovery party – both are key
This is a fantastic way to start the day: the protein from the yoghurt will kick start your metabolism, the banana will keep you full for a couple of hours and the ginger and lemon will work as a detox.Serves 2Time spent in the kitchen: 5
from the sausages - filling your plate with protein won't enhance your performance."Eating large portions of meat is wasteful in terms of efficient sports nutrition", adds Daniel Ebanks, sport and exercise scientist, and NLP Fitness and Performance
is obviously important to power your run and replenish energy stores, but so is protein, as this improves carbohydrate usage and supports muscle recovery. Fat and fibre should be limited as they slow the transition of food through the gut and can be a source
with plenty of punchYour diet should enable you to train hard, recover rapidly and reach your potential as a runner. Here's what you need to know about the basic building blocks - carbs, protein and fat - and how to combine them to create a healthy, balanced
