Fueling Before, During, and After Training
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Fueling Before, During, and After Training

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Elena DuarteEndurance Coach · Mar 19, 2026 · 3 min read

What you eat around a session matters as much as the session itself.

Under-fuel and you fade early; over-fuel and you feel sluggish. Timing your intake around training keeps energy steady and recovery on track.

The simple framework

What you eat around a session matters as much as the session itself.

Before: a light, carb-focused snack an hour or two out. During: water and electrolytes for anything over an hour. After: protein and carbs within a couple hours to kick-start recovery.

Dial it in during training, never on race day — your gut needs practice too.

The quick version
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