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Runners Diet

mpo3869
mpo3869 Posts: 8
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
If you are a casual runner, running 15- 20 miles a week.. should you be changing your diet?

I have always have followed a low carb, high protein diet. But typically runners need more carbs... Any thoughts?

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  • emmi_21
    emmi_21 Posts: 17 Member
    I'm about the same, I just make sure I get protien after a run, either a shake or a meal with eggs etc. For longer runs 6miles and above have slightly more carbs the night before, but I don't think it matters that much. I have a half marathon on Sunday and I am upping my carbs as of tomorrow and reducing protien and fat. :smile:
  • mpo3869
    mpo3869 Posts: 8
    Oh good luck! my first half is next month and I am so nervous!! :)
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