Runners: The Importance of a Balanced Diet

Every athlete must have a proper diet to perform at their best. Runners are no exception. A runner needs specific nutrients to optimize their speed and endurance. And although common belief suggests that runners or people who exercise always feel more hungry, some studies suggest that this is not necessarily true. In other words, exercising does not necessarily make you hungrier.

So if you're a runner, you don't have to eat a lot, just follow some dietary guidelines. For example, elite athletes are strictly forbidden from consuming junk food because it encourages injuries and affects physical recovery. Additionally, drinking water helps eliminate toxins from the body and lubricates tissues and joints.

Tips to Become a Better Runner

These tips will help you become a more complete runner so you can register for the 'Entel Challenge Around the World' here. It's the fifth challenge from Entel and completely free! If you complete more than 15 kilometers, you will have the chance to win Saucony sneakers and quarterly plans at Bodytech.