Snacks

[Tilly444]

Just done week 2, run 3 😀 Feeling like week 3 is going to finish me off. What is a good snack to have half hour before run to give me a bit more energy? Ps. I don’t like bananas! 🥴

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Nature Valley do a great protein bar there are a few different kinds to choose from. 😊

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate]

Nakd snack bars are great and all natural.

You really need a carb boost prior to exercise but ideally a slow release. Too high in sugar and it will be gone before you need it. That's why bananas work so well as they are slow release energy.

[tiggs1 Graduate]

A friend of mine who runs a lot recommends having a milkshake, I haven't tried it yet but do plan on picking up some coconut milk and mixing one up before my run on Sunday.

[Tilly444]

Thanks guys. I’ll have a look for some protein bars.

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate]

Protein should be post exercise. Prior you need energy/carbs, protein is for recovery

health.com/fitness/workout-...

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and includes the advice that if your general nutrition is good, then you do not need any extra snacks to undertake C25K.

Enjoy your journey.