Why Do Half Marathon Runners Need Sports Nutrition?

Blog post contributed by the Official Energy Chew sponsor, Gu Energy Labs.   Through training, we grow stronger, get faster, and learn how to endure more. By eating the right nutrients, in the right amounts, at the right times, we build our muscles, mend our bodies, and optimize our training efforts. While athletes train hard to ... More

RECOVERY NUTRITION TIPS FOR RUNNERS

Featuring insights from world-class running coach Greg McMillan Having the right recovery nutrition helps you refuel and ensures that you have energy stores available to use a day or even four days later. We review the basics of recovery nutrition and how to use UCAN products for recovery, featuring insights from world-class running ... More

#TrainingThursday: How To Make Your Half And Full Marathon Long Run “Race-Ready”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LuIp5oxPk4&t=6s The long run is crucial training and prep for success in your half or full marathon. Dialing in this key workout as a “dress rehearsal” will optimize your preparation and ensure that any surprises on race day are minimized. This video walks you through exactly how to make this long ... More

Power Crunch Pumpkin Pie Bars for The Win!

Ready for a better way to provide your body and mind with the energy and nourishment it craves? As an athlete, you are always seeking a way to enhance your performance to achieve your lofty goals. But did you know that not all protein is created equal? Power Crunch’s high-dh hydrolyzed whey protein is quickly absorbed into your body (and ... More

Stay Hydrated with nuun

nuun returns once again as the official on-course electrolyte of the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon You know the importance of staying hydrated. But hydrating during/after you long run may not be enough. For longer runs, you may need to pre-load (or top off) your electrolyte stores. This will increase the availability of fluids and ... More

2017 Post-Workout Recovery Tips from Muscle Milk

Stay in race shape and kick off 2017 with this guide on post-run recovery from Muscle Milk. If you've taken a break from running since the Biofreeze Berkeley Half Marathon in November, this is a great time to resume your training and maintain your motivation. Plan ahead. After an intense workout, you should be replenishing your body ... More

#GUforit – Which Energy Chew Flavor Do You Prefer?

Vote for the GU Energy Chews flavor you want on-course. More

Pre-loading Electrolyte Stores for Race Day

You know you need to hydrate during training and on race day, but that may not be enough. One area of hydration that has gotten a lot of attention recently is pre-loading (or topping off) your electrolyte stores. There are two main benefits to pre-loading: 1. topping off magnesium/calcium stores Magnesium and calcium work together to ensure ... More