If you are an avid runner, then you know how important it is to fuel your body with the right foods before a run. It’s also just as important to eat after a long day of running and training! In this blog post, we will look at 10 delicious and nutritious foods that will improve your running performance.
Eat Protein
Protein is one of your body’s important macronutrients, which means it provides calories as well as helps build muscle. It is important to eat 10–20 grams of protein before starting any workout
Bananas
These are great sources of potassium which helps regulate fluids in our body while also being one of the best pre-run foods because they’re not too heavy to digest during exercise. They can also help manage blood sugar levels post-workout!
Honey
A fantastic source of carbohydrates and natural sugars from honey which is perfect for fuelling up before exercising as it won’t cause a spike in blood sugar levels like processed foods would!
Oatmeal
Oatmeal will sustain your energy throughout the day. The great thing is, unlike white bread or baked goods, oatmeal will keep your energy levels up throughout the day.
Yogurt
Protein-packed yogurt is another good choice for runners as it’s low-calorie and can help your muscles to repair themselves after a run.
Dried figs
Dried figs halved or quartered lengthwise. The smaller pieces are easier to chew and provide more surface area for soaking up the sugar syrup.
Almonds
With 10% of the daily recommended intake for calcium and Vitamin E, almonds are great before or post-workout. They also have healthy fats that will give you sustained energy!
Applesauce
Full of antioxidants and fiber while still being low on the GI index scale (less than 55), applesauce is an excellent choice for runners because it’s so easy to digest when running! It provides all those nutrients without feeling weighed down during a run.
Eggs
Eggs scrambled in olive oil and mixed with broccoli, peppers, onions and red pepper flakes (optional) are a great way to get some protein before your morning run.
Beef jerky
High in protein and low in fat with 10% of your daily recommended intake for iron from beef which runners need to ensure healthy red blood cells. It also has 10g less sugar per ounce when compared to other dried fruit snacks which are perfect before starting any type of exercise routine. Jerky’s ingredients are naturally preserved by salt so it can be eaten without fear of spoilage at room temperature throughout the day as needed.
Apples
With 100% of your daily recommended intake for Vitamin C and loaded with fiber, apples are an excellent fuel source before a run.
Conclusion
The 10 foods listed above are a great way to fuel up before starting your run, or after any long day of running. They provide all those nutrients without feeling weighed down during a run! Grab one of these nutritional snacks and start your run full of energy.
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