Snacks

Running on empty seldom results in a good training session, but sometimes life doesn't allow you to follow an "optimal" eating strategy, so what should you do? Runner's World recently published an article that outlined snacking options based upon how much time you have before you lace up your sneakers:

• 15-30min: oranges, applesauce (no-sugar added is best), pudding (1.5g of fat or less)
• 30-60min: cereal (skip the high-fiber stuff), dried fruit, iced coffee drinks (low calorie/fat options)
• 60-90min: carrots & hummus, instant oatmeal, sweet potatoes

Or, if you don't have time to grab any of these, aim for 16oz of a sports drink (also a good option if you can't stomach solid food that close to a run) or an energy bar.