Best energy running food??

Question

like before a track race, not long distance just like a 1600m. which do you like best??

powerbars, granola bars, jelly bean sport bean things etc. which ones work?? i personally like clif shot blocks. can you buy these at a regular grocery store?? any other good energy food for running?

Answer 1

Dairy products are bad to eat before running. Do not eat any of them until after. Fruits and veggies are a good source of energy and drinking water won't get you thirsty either.

Answer 2

I think that you just need to try out foods and see what works for you, even though I know you probably don't want to mess up your race. I run the mile and I used to think that I needed a power bar and a gatorade before every race. Then i switched to pretzels and water. Now I sometimes eat saltines, but i've mostly switched to chewy bars (chocolate chip and smores). I usually eat one about 45 minutes before my race, but that's just because my stomach always freaks out when i'm nervous. I know that eating a chewy bar before a race sounds really weird, but it's worked for me so far, and I haven't felt sick in a race yet this year.

Answer 3

i wouldnt recommend drinking sports drinks like gatorade right before a race. i know that i get very nervous, and it only makes me feel sick. i only drink water 48 hrs before a track race.

i also eat south beach living or slim fast peanut butter protein bars. you can find both of these at a regular grocery store. they have at least 1/5 of your daily protein and are really good. they give me lots of energy to run my hardest =)

Answer 4

I love to go on long runs too , i personally think that power bars and gatorade are the best things for you to use for track.

Answer 5

banana.. powerbars/granola are kinda heavy to eat before a race unless your running long distance.

Answer 6

personally I think that a simple bagel with peanut butter is better than any sport food. Pair it with vitamin water and your good to go!

Answer 7

Bananas are the best foods if u want energy. They're 100 calories but they're really good and high in energy and protein

Answer 8

the girl that said bannanas give you energy is stupid...this is the question she asked......Today when i did the mile, the first half i was the first one done and then i guess my body just slowed me down, but i didn't stopp running, so how do i keep a fast consistant pace without getting tired. I mean i was so pissed when the coach said my time. My friends said it was a realy good time, bu i wanted better!.................see she doesnt know what she is talking about