post long run - Carbs or protein?

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  • arussell134
    arussell134 Posts: 463 Member
    I like a light meal of mostly carbs pre-run (oatmeal is a favorite). Afterwards, my main focus is getting in proteins, but replenishing carbs is important too. After yesterday's 14 miler I had leftover roast along with some broccoli, and orange, and a roll. I think it ended up being about 400 calories. Oh! And I love drinking a tall glass of Nuun.

    Cool topic - I enjoyed reading the responses.
  • cw106
    cw106 Posts: 952 Member
    simmoner4 wrote: »
    Is there a certain amount or ratio of protein to carbs I should be eating after a run?

    i aim for about a 3:1 carb to protein ratio within 30 mins of long run.

    i learned this from runnersworld.com,both (qualified&certified) personal trainers and generic research from non knuckle dragging resources.
    trial and error for most people.


  • simmoner4
    simmoner4 Posts: 131 Member
    cw106 wrote: »
    simmoner4 wrote: »
    Is there a certain amount or ratio of protein to carbs I should be eating after a run?

    i aim for about a 3:1 carb to protein ratio within 30 mins of long run.

    i learned this from runnersworld.com,both (qualified&certified) personal trainers and generic research from non knuckle dragging resources.
    trial and error for most people.

    Thank you!!
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