FUEL
Try these three quick recipes for an easy yet ever-nutritious meal or snack, perfect for the health conscious runner
EAT WELL
ARE THERE ANY FOODS THAT WILL HELP MY ACHY POST RUN JOINTS?
Knees, hips, spine and ankles can take a hit when you’re a frequent runner, but certain foods can help to minimise wear and tear and protect your joints from damage. Eat more fruits and vegetables with antiinflammatory properties as these are high in antioxidants which protect against inflammation and may help to speed up recovery after exercise. Add berries to your morning porridge and post workout smoothie, a drizzle of olive oil to salads and munch on lots of green leafy vegetables like cabbage, spinach and kale. Omega-3 foods like oily fish, nuts and seeds also help to combat inflammation, so snack on a handful of walnuts, almonds and pumpkin seeds everyday and eat oily fish like salmon and mackerel at least twice a week. Minimise processed and sugary foods as these increase inflammation, making it harder to recover post-run and try to stick to an overall balanced diet.