Drinking alcohol in moderation does not necessarily imply that you cannot gain muscle. However, there is no definitive evidence currently available on the impact of moderate alcohol intake (one to two beers) on muscle development.
In the world of endurance sports, 35-year-old ultramarathon runner Courtney Dauwalter has established a reputation for herself thanks to her distinctive diet and training regimen. She has recently risen to become one of the best athletes in the world, despite always competing in her trademark loose-fitting T-shirt and basketball shorts.
For dedicated runners, food serves as more than mere sustenance; it becomes the cornerstone of their training regimen, providing the necessary fuel for optimal performance. The questions of what to eat and when to eat it, before, during, and after runs, are paramount. Furthermore, understanding the importance of hydration is equally critical. As you embark on the journey of training for a long-distance race, such as a 10K or beyond, a few fundamental dietary adjustments become imperative. Here, we unveil three fundamental dietary guidelines to steer your nutritional habits in the right direction.
When it comes to running, the amount of fluids you need before, during, and after your run isn't one-size-fits-all. Your hydration requirements depend on various factors, including the duration of your run and your individual sweat rate. While older guidelines used to offer specific fluid intake recommendations for runners, newer insights highlight the importance of a more personalized approach.
Runners, in particular, can derive substantial benefits from incorporating chia seeds into their dietary regimen. Here are compelling reasons why:
A well-balanced diet serves as the cornerstone of robust physical health and plays a pivotal role in helping individuals achieve their fitness ambitions. For runners and joggers, the significance of focusing on particular dietary elements cannot be overstated. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the essential dietary components that can power your running journey, ensuring you're primed for peak performance.
Ultramarathon runners, even seasoned ones, often face unexpected stomach challenges during races. Pushing limits in extreme conditions can swiftly turn a promising race into a digestive disaster when the body rejects fuel.
By Alex Dreyer - Runner's Tribe
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As a sports dietitian, I see all types of runners turning to nutrition and diet to go further or faster. I’ve been lucky enough to see different approaches to nutrition first-hand, from my time in the US collegiate system eating...
Written by Callen Goldsmith (science graduate and avid runner).
Remember back to when I was talking about protein? I briefly touched on gut microbiota, but since there’s at least as many of them as our own body cells if not more, they probably deserve their own article or two. The gut...
Written by Callen Goldsmith (science graduate and avid runner).
It feels obvious that knocking back a protein shake after a training session will make you, in the words of Daft Punk: “harder, better, faster, stronger”. I mean, everyone seems to be doing it must work, right? I’ve had a fair...