Food Is Fuel — But Only If You Treat It That Way

You Can’t Outrun a Broken Fuel System

I used to think training was everything. Eat whatever. Smash the session. Move on.

But over time, fatigue started hanging around. Recovery took longer. My performance didn’t match my effort.

The missing link? Nutrition.

What You Eat Shapes How You Train

Food isn’t just calories. It’s:

• Energy for movement

• Material for recovery

• Fuel for the brain and nervous system

• Information for your hormones and tissue quality

If you’re constantly underfuelled, inflamed, or inconsistent, you’ll never feel the full benefit of your training.

Common Nutrition Mistakes Runners Make

• Training fasted too often

• Under-eating after hard sessions

• Skipping carbs (they’re your friend)

• Overdoing processed “sports” products

• Forgetting hydration and electrolytes

You don’t need a perfect plan. You need a consistent strategy that supports your output.

What Works for Me Now

✅ Pre-run fuel: light carb-based snack 30–60 minutes before (fruit, toast, smoothie)
✅ Post-run: protein + carbs within 30–60 minutes (eggs + rice, shake + banana)
✅ Daily focus: whole foods, quality fats, colour on every plate
✅ Hydration: water throughout the day + salt or electrolytes if I’m sweating hard

Eat like someone who trains — not someone who’s trying to survive the week.

How NBR Supports Nutrition

While we’re not a meal plan service, inside the network you’ll get:

• Guidance on fuelling for performance

• Recovery strategies that include food + hydration

• A focus on holistic performance — not just miles and reps

🎯 Start your 2-week free trial and support your training from the inside out.

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Coach Mick