2023-07-28 23:37:15
If you are a runner, you should know that it is essential to take care of your diet, not only if you want to lose weight, but also to achieve good performance both in the race and throughout the day. These are some of the questions you might have regarding it:
Is it good to run on an empty stomach? I do not recommend it. First, so you don’t feel bad and, second, if you’re looking to lose weight, your body needs to have some sugar in the blood to be able to burn fat. It will depend on the intensity and duration of your workout, but it might be a banana with a handful of almonds, some oatmeal with raisins and walnuts, or a slice of toast with peanut butter or jelly. It has been seen that running on an empty stomach can facilitate fat burning in the long term, but this should only be done when you go jogging at a very easy pace and a maximum of half an hour. What is the best option to hydrate? If you are going to run for less than an hour, with natural water. If it is very intense or for more than an hour, it is best to resort to sports drinks. They will help you replenish the electrolytes that are lost in sweat and will also give you energy to complete your training. Do I need to take any supplements? We can eat a healthy diet without the need for supplements. There are specific situations that may require supplementing your diet with some vitamin or protein powder, however, it is best to consult with a sports nutritionist. What should I eat so I don’t feel tired following training? What best recovers us is the combination of proteins with carbohydrates. But the most important thing is the time it takes to eat it: the sooner you do it, the better you’ll recover, ideally it shouldn’t take more than an hour. For example, if you run in the morning, eat breakfast as soon as possible, the same applies if you do it at night. When do carb loads apply? Only for workouts of 90 minutes or more. So if you’re going for a 5K race, it’s not necessary. Remember to start from two days before so that your body has time to take advantage of it. It’s just increasing the portions a little more compared to what you normally eat.
It’s not normal to feel tired from exercising. If so, check your diet, you may be making a mistake. Do the best effort!
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