Whether for weight loss, sport, recreation, comradery or charity, everyone is running a marathon these days. Unfortunately, marathoning and running in general comes with an inherent risk of muscle cramps, especially if you’re a newbie. The faster or farther you run, the more your risk increases.
Cramping tends to arise when a muscle suddenly tightens up or contracts and generally manifests as a sharp, stabbing pain. For runners, the muscles of the abdomen and legs are especially susceptible. Remarkably enough, consuming certain foods prior to or during a run may delay or even prevent onset of muscle cramps.
As an exercise physiologist and nutritionist, avid marathoner, and distance runner with nearly 20 years in the game, I can personally attest that taking in the right foods at the right times can make all the difference between a comfortable and uncomfortable running experience.
Here are five that are among the most beneficial and convenient - http://www.ninacheriephd.com/you-your-body-and-your-health/five-foods-that-stop-running-induced-muscle-cramps-before-they-start
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By Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin
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