Post Long Run Snack

Christy - posted on 04/02/2009

Here's something I have been eating after a long run and also sometimes for breakfast - bagel (either an everything bagel or multi-grain), toasted, with between 1-2 Tbsp peanut butter and a cut up banana on top. When I have it for breakfast it keeps me from snacking before lunch.

Christy - posted on 03/30/2009

I had this same issue as I have just started training for a 1/2 marathon as well. I went to Runnersworld.com and they have articles and videos on this issue that I found really helpful. They have suggestions on the types of foods that are good, but really emphasize a combination of the right carbs and protein to help replenish your body and help your muscles restore. I actually just read an article last week that broke it down by run - such as a 3 miler you don't need to refuel as much, but anything over 60 minutes you really need to have something with electrolytes soon after and a combo of carbs & protein within an hour after your run. Fiber is also key in your carbs.

Catherine - posted on 03/25/2009

Quoting Amanda:

We always make a smoothie after a long run. Thrive Fitness or the Thrive Diet books have some great and very nutritious post-run snacks and smoothies.

Great minds think alike!  I've been reading about smoothies.  I've started having them for breakfast.  A great way to perk me up and get the day starting!!!

Take care!

Catherine - posted on 03/25/2009

Thank Lisa for the great tip for a post long run snack.  Collected all the ingredients and will be trying this after a post long run!  Take care!

Happy Running!

Catherine - posted on 03/25/2009

Quoting Sarah:

I read that a good bran cereal with skim milk is a really good post running snack (I ate weaties today and I feel really good). Lots of water as well, so you can get back all that water you lost when you sweat.

Thank you so much Sarah for the advice.  Will try it in a future long run day!

Happy Trails!

Amanda - posted on 03/24/2009

We always make a smoothie after a long run. Thrive Fitness or the Thrive Diet books have some great and very nutritious post-run snacks and smoothies.

Lisa - posted on 03/18/2009

A big bowl of oatmeal with almonds and dried cherries - my addiction! Oats are supposed to have slow release carbs, combine that with the antioxidant cherries and the protein from the milk and almonds - power food. Good luck on the 1/2!

Sarah - posted on 03/14/2009

I read that a good bran cereal with skim milk is a really good post running snack (I ate weaties today and I feel really good). Lots of water as well, so you can get back all that water you lost when you sweat.