It’s no secret that nutrition has a dramatic impact on a runner’s performance. There’s a wide variety of foods that serve as fuel and aid in recovery. Here are some of the items I always keep in my fridge.
Stir-Fry Vegetables
Stir-fry vegetables, including red and yellow peppers, onions and soy beans, are rich in antioxidants and research shows that eating a combination of antioxidants, such as beta-carotene and vitamin C, will go a long way in reducing muscle pains felt by runners after a tedious training session.
Whole-Grain Cereal With Protein
Cereal is generally a healthy choice for runners and when it’s whole grain, it only makes it better. The fact that cereals are often a mix of carbohydrates and proteins makes it a great post-run recovery food.
Salmon
Among its many health benefits, salmon is a great source of protein which tops the list of nutrients needed by runners.
Chicken
Chicken also contains a high amount of protein. In addition, it helps the body rebuild muscles and recover faster after trainings. Mix it in with your stir-fry veggies for a perfect post-workout meal.
Eggs
Taking one egg in a day is equivalent to fulfilling 10 percent of your daily protein requirement as a runner. Eggs also contain amino acids which helps muscles recover.
Bananas
This fruit packs a punch. Bananas contain vitamins needed by runners like vitamin B6 and also help replace electrolytes lost through sweating.
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