Is it true that you drink orange Juice before your Run in the evening or morning will reduce the risk of ?

Question

getting sore and muscle ache?

Heard from Runnersworld.

Does orange juice contain Acid?

Answer 1

Yes OJ contains acid. This is not good for running.

It doesn't cause you to get sore and muscle ache, but it causes stomach cramps and side stiches.

This is why you should avoid acidy foods a day before a race or run.

Answer 2

Be careful of eating or drinking anything right before you run. But yes, citric acid helps reduce cramping.