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ASICS Pro Team Nutritionist Ruth McKean

Energy gels vs jelly sweets - which is best for marathon fuelling?

Which is best: energy gels, jelly babies, sports jelly beans or Percy Pigs? Nutritionist Ruth McKean talks marathon fuelling strategies.

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Tom's cramp on race day: what was the cause?

While he achieved a stonking PB of 36 minutes, cramp coming on in the final 8 miles of the Paris Marathon blighted sub 3 runner Tom's race. #asics262 nutritionist Ruth talks through the latest research to explain what causes cramp and how to avoid it.

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Low carbing, GF or 5:2?: Alternative diets for runners

Fat loading, low carbing, gluten-free and the 5:2 diet: nutritionist Ruth McKean explains different approaches to fuelling and whether they could work for you.

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Wise food choices for marathon runners

Ever struggle at the supermarket knowing what foods to fill your trolley with? Nutritionist Ruth McKean explains some wise food choices for marathon runners.

Can caffeine improve sports performance?

Is caffeine good before a run? Can caffeine gels make difference? Nutritionist Ruth McKean discusses the role of caffeine in marathon nutrition.

18 January 2015

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Are you getting enough vitamin D?

Suffer to shake off colds and sore throats? Vitamin D could be the answer. ASICS nutritionist Ruth McKean explains more about the immunity-boosting vitamin.

19 November 2014

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What to eat during the high mileage weeks

ASICS Pro Team nutritionist Ruth McKean gives the lowdown on what to eat during the high mileage weeks.

19 November 2014

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