The articles in this category cover topics related to all aspects of nutrition for runners: what types of food should you eat before and after runs, how much and when. Information, tips and general guidance on water consumption, hydration and electrolytes, what to drink and when in order to get the most out of your running and achieve the best results.
In an ideal and care-free world a runner should just lace up and go. We shouldn’t think of such unnecessary terms like, say, ‘fuelling’. What is fuelling anyway? What and why do we need to fuel? Can’t we just run? My first running steps were all about careless jogging in the park but the moment...
What are electrolytes? Electro-lite-whaat?! (I can hear you ask) Basically, electrolytes are a band of little guys that conduct electricity in water. Our cells and organs use tiny electrical signals to communicate with each other, and so we need a constant supply of electrolytes. They enter our...
I love outdoor running throughout the year. I’ve had some great runs in all kinds of weather. But when it comes to favourites then warm, even hot, summer days will always be something I look forward to. Running in hot weather can be a treat for aficionados like me, but just like with any extreme...