Comments on: Diet: More Than Just a Four-Letter Word

By: Jon (was) in Michigan

Jon (was) in Michigan — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:29:32 +0000

A “long run” is usually the longest run you do during a week of training. If you are training for a race, the long run is typically on the weekend. For example, you may run 4 miles, 5miles, and 4 miles during the week, and then do a 10 mile long run on the weekend.

By: Bettygrita

Bettygrita — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:47:41 +0000

how long is a long run??

By: Fran

Fran — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:21:45 +0000

So, does that mean that low carb diet such as “South Beach Diet” is not appropriate for runners?? The reason why i went into running is because i would like to lose weight.. What kind of diet should i go into plus running in order for me to achive my goal…… To lose weight the fastest way.

By: Kent A

Kent A — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 13:04:59 +0000

I think it is the change of one’s diet that throws one’s athletic performance out of whack. I eat what is usually the anti-thesis of a runner’s diet, low carb. I have done so for the past 3 years. I have had days in which I have changed to higher carbs (think 100-125 not a normal 300), and I can certainly feel it. Keep on keeping on and your performance should remain high.

By: Dawn - Pink Chick

Dawn - Pink Chick — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 01:46:40 +0000

I couldn’t agree more. What one eats or for that matter doesn’t eat greatly effects one’s workout perfomance.

I’m working on a new meal plan that is based on a balanced meal of protien, carbs and fat. I never really thought about planning my eating around those three things before. I’ve been doing this for almost a week and so far the results are great.

I’ll be blogging my progress so check back with me down the road.

By: Irene

Irene — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 15:25:43 +0000

I guess it’s all about finding that nutritional “balance” that works for you. Ditto on the change in diet on vacations, etc. Great article.