r/running • u/AutoModerator • 11d ago
Weekly Thread Run Nutrition Tuesday
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1) Anyone is welcome to participate and share your ideas, plans, diet, and nutrition plans.
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3) Provide sources if possible. However, anecdotes and "broscience" can lead to good discussion, and are welcome here as long as they are labeled as such.
4) Feel free to talk about anything diet or nutrition related.
5) Any suggestions/topic ideas?
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u/cyclingkingsley 10d ago
I figured out how to get my RHR low overnight. I have been eating a slightly large dinner and one time I had a small portion instead because of a big lunch. Wake up the next day with a high HRV and a low RHR of 43! Been doing that since and now it stabilized around 43-47bpm
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u/funkyturnip-333 11d ago
Where do we stand on egg nog? Great recovery drink or perfect recovery drink?
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u/asleep-or-dead 11d ago
Add some fireball for it to be the perfect recovery drink.
(the only way I will ever drink fireball)
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u/world6runner 11d ago
No advice but in search of some Injured runner here Pretty much on very limited exercise and no weight/strength How do I know my nutrition/ protein requirements? Best foods for recovery?
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u/Karl_girl 11d ago
Keep the protein and calories up to help you heal! That’s such a common misconception with injuries!
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u/toyrph 10d ago
I try and maintain as much of a similar diet as possible while injured or sick. I find consistency in my diet, even when not running, helps me feel like things are still ok, and that I’m still in control of things despite the circumstances. You also need fuel to repair. Best I can recommend is, whatever balance of whole foods you can eat that aren’t going to make you feel like you swallowed a brick. Some healthy fats, like nuts, seeds, olive oil, avocado, dairy (if that’s your thing, love me my cheeses), lean proteins, and fibrous carbohydrates are good starting points.
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u/2fusi0n 11d ago
hi im 21m completely new to running, but come from having played a racket sport at a decent level (university level) and have (i think) a good level of fitness - is it realistic for me to aim for a 20min 5k in 30 days? i ran for the first time in a while (not counting running around on court) yesterday and if it wasnt for me taking breaks i would have gotten about 22 minutes (ended up being shy of 28 due to a stitch, was never out of breath)
also is it better to maintain a consistent and slower pace while training or to push for a faster pace for shorter periods of time?
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u/R-EDDIT 11d ago
I think it's completely possible for you to run a 20 minute 5k, but making any substantial training adaption in 30 days is a stretch. What I would suggest (keeping in mind I'm not a coach/trainer, just a runner with a few years, ~50 races including 6 marathons)...
Find a training program, Hal Higdon Intermeidate. This has a 8 week program, just start at the beginning and consider your race the "5k test". This will have you running 5 days a week, with a "long" run of 5 miles on Sunday, and a speed session on Wednesday. If it works out, schedule another race four weeks later and continue the program. If you go all out in the first race, you might want to notch it down for a week of recovery. Feel free to adjust the program to your needs, for example you can flip a "rest" and "3 mi run" day if you have some reason you can't run on one day.
https://www.halhigdon.com/training-programs/5k-training/intermediate-5k/
Good Luck!
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u/glr123 11d ago
Time to go see my PCP. Had some routine blood work done today as part of an out-patient procedure and my HGB, HCT, and Total Protein numbers were all below the level of normal. Could be an early sign of anemia I think.