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Guide to Fueling Your Runs

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Running Gel Alternatives You Actually Want to Eat

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How to Fuel a Marathon With a Sensitive Stomach

By Molly Hurford

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Prime Day Running Fuel Deals

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How to Recognize Under-Fueling and How to Fix It

By Elizabeth Millard

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Exactly How to Carb Load for a Stronger Race

By dimity mcdowell and Runner's World Editors

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Nutrition - Weight Loss

Best Carbs for Runners

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The Best Carbs for Runners, According to a Dietitian and Coach

by Kim McDevitt and Monique Lebrun

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Potatoes: The Perfect Carb

by kelly bastone and Kate Sears

Health - Injuries

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Carb-Loading? Here’s What to Know About Grains

By Elizabeth Millard

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How to Fuel Your Marathon to Avoid Bonking

By Lauren Bedosky

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How Baking Cookies Powers My Long Runs

By Kristine Kearns

Pre-Run Nutrition

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3 Race-Day Lessons I Had to Learn the Hard Way

By Monique Lebrun

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How to Use Gels in Training and Racing

Health & Injuries

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Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency

By Monique Lebrun

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Make Long Runs Easier With 2 Simple Fixes

By Matt Rudisill

Nutrition - Weight Loss

Nutrition - Weight Loss

Post-Run Nutrition

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What Are the Benefits of Creatine for Runners?

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What to Eat to Beat the Heat

By Ashley Mateo

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Every Running Hydration Question, Answered

By Jordan Smith

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Can Your Diet Influence Your Injury Risk?

By Elizabeth Millard

Nutrition - Weight Loss

Protein for Runners

Best Lean Proteins

This Is the Best Lean Protein for You, According to a Dietitian

by Alex Caspero, R.D.

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The Pros and Cons of a High-Protein Diet

By Matthew Kadey, M.S., R.D.

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14 High-Protein Snacks for Runners

By Jenna Autuori Dedic

Nutrition - Weight Loss

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How to Increase Your Protein Intake

By Amy Schlinger, NASM-CPT

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Does When You Eat Your Protein Really Matter?

By Elizabeth Millard

Vitamins & Supplements

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Which Supplements Are Worth Your Money

Health - Injuries

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Boost Your Energy Levels With B-Vitamin Foods

By Marygrace Taylor

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Is It Safe to Take Expired Supplements?

By Emily Shiffer

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When to Drink Electrolytes, According to Experts

By Lauren Keary, NASM

Nutrition - Weight Loss

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Healthy Snacks for Runners

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How to Increase Your Appetite for Better Fueling

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How Prerun Fueling Affects Your Runs

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Plant-Based Recipes to Fuel Your Training

By Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD

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10 Low-Carb Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

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Animal Protein vs. Plant Protein Explained

By Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD

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How to Fuel Two-a-Day Workouts

By Matthew Kadey, M.S., R.D.

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Plant and Animal Protein Equal for Muscle Gains

By Selene Yeager