Running

Sports Nutrition for Runners

Many runners underestimate the impact of sports nutrition. Whether you're running a 5K, 10K, or a marathon, your body needs specific nutrients for energy, endurance, and recovery. Sports nutrition offers essential benefits, such as:

Improved Performance: With the right mix of carbohydrates, proteins, and electrolytes, you can perform at a high level for longer.
Faster Recovery: After an intense training session or race, sports nutrition helps your muscles recover more quickly, allowing you to start your next workout feeling refreshed.
Better Hydration: Amacx Energy Drink and Hydro Tabs contain electrolytes that help you stay hydrated, which is crucial during long distances.

Frequently asked question

Which Sports Nutrition for Running?

For marathons, many runners start carbohydrate loading several days in advance. For less intensive efforts, a carbohydrate-rich meal about 3 hours before training or a race is usually sufficient. During running, athletes typically opt for Energy Gels and Energy Drinks.

How often should you take an energy gel?

The ideal time to take an energy gel is typically every 20 to 30 minutes during a long run. This depends on the duration and intensity of your effort. During shorter workouts of less than an hour, you often do not need a gel, as your body can usually draw enough energy from glycogen stores.

Drinking during running

Take some large sips at a time, about every 20 minutes. By taking generous sips and choosing liquid sports nutrition like Amacx Energy Drink and drink gels or Turbo Gel, you reduce the risk of feeling heavy during physical activity and are less likely to experience nausea.