, which release energy more slowly, are perfect nutrition in between sessions. Fibre is also a vital ingredient in a runner's diet. Soluble fibre is found in beans, oats, rye and fruit and slows the digestion of carbohydrate, producing a slower rise

. These simple carbohydrates are a great source of energy - in fact, honey was even used by runners in the Olympic Games in ancient Greece in as an energy source.A blend of natural sugars (80%), water (18%), and minerals, vitamins, pollen and protein (2%), honey

last a couple of weeks.PearsPears have been cultivated for over 4,000 years, and were popular in ancient Greece and medieval England. Today, there are more than 5,000 varieties of pear grown all over the world. Over 90 per cent of pears grown in Britain

running. Most runners understand the benefits of a healthy, balanced diet, and fresh, seasonal food can play a big part in making sure your diet is made up of the freshest and most nutritious food available. Spring is the perfect time to start eating