What to Eat Before a Race, from the 5K to Marathon

Podcast: Tread Lightly Running Science Podcast · Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris

Opublikowano: 2026-04-25

Carbohydrates, caffeine, and water (sometimes with electrolytes): these seem so simple, but they all improve performance when taken before a race. In this episode, we discuss how to structure your pre-race meal before a 5K to marathon, including what to eat, how to time it, and how to avoid GI upset. Thank you to our sponsors: ✨Wahoo KICKR RUN: A treadmill that feels like running outdoors. Shop here: http://bit.ly/4nai73H and read the full review: https://runtothefinish.com/wahoo-kickr-run-treadmill/ ✨Probio: NSF-certified, clinically dosed, all-in-one supplement. Use this link for 40% off your...