What not to eat after running

Runners may already be aware that they need to eat the right foods to fuel their runs properly – and that, to recover well, they need to eat well after each run, too.

But what does this mean in practice?

What to eat after a long run

When it comes to running nutrition, it can be tricky to get the timings of your eating – and the ingredients within your diet – just right.

Fortunately, top sports dietitian Renee McGregor is here to provide top advice on running nutrition, from the time you should leave between eating and running, to what to snack on if you’ve got a long run or race on the day’s agenda.

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Long run or session

If you have a long run or high-intensity session such as intervalsin your training schedule, your nutritional needs will have to be considered at least 24 hours (and up to 36 hours) in advance.

Carbohydrateintake is especially important, and consuming meals and snacks containing plenty of good carbs will ensure your stores are full before your first stride. The 24 hours of eating before a long run could look

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