Words Juliet McGrattan
Running is a fantastic way to look after ourselves as part of an all-round healthy lifestyle. But sometimes the balance can swing and we find we’re running for reasons other than for the enjoyment and strength that running brings; running purely to burn calories, running to justify what we eat. It’s easy to develop a negative relationship between running and food. The topic of disordered eating in runners is a sensitive one, but it’s important that we understand it – for our own health, for the health of those around us who may need our support, and to ensure that we’re encouraging the next generation to have a healthy relationship with food and exercise.