Tasty Tuesday: Building Your Personal Nutrition Plan

Over the past 12 weeks, we’ve delved into the essentials of running nutrition, from pre-run snacks to race day strategies and everything in between. Now, as we conclude this Tasty Tuesday series, it’s time to take everything you’ve learned and turn it into a sustainable, personalised nutrition plan.

Every runner is unique, and no one-size-fits-all approach will work. The key to long-term success is creating a plan that suits your individual needs, goals, and lifestyle. In this final instalment, we’ll guide you through the steps to build a nutrition strategy that works for you, whether you’re a casual jogger or chasing a marathon PB.

Your energy requirements depend on several factors: your weekly mileage, training intensity, body composition, and even your daily activities outside of running. Here’s how to gauge your needs:

Quick Tip: Listen to your body, feeling sluggish or hungry may indicate you’re not eating enough. Conversely, if you feel heavy or lethargic, you may need to adjust portion sizes.

Building your plan starts with structuring your meals around key nutrients:

Your nutrition plan should reflect what you’re aiming for, whether it’s improving speed, building endurance, or simply enjoying running.

Let’s face it, life isn’t always predictable, and sticking to a rigid nutrition plan can feel impossible. Build flexibility into your approach:

Your nutrition needs will evolve as your training progresses, so treat your plan as a living document. Regularly assess what’s working and what isn’t:

The ultimate goal is to make healthy eating a sustainable part of your life. Think beyond race day and embrace nutrition as a tool to support your overall health and well-being.

Building a personalised nutrition plan might feel daunting at first, but by breaking it down into manageable steps, you’ll soon find it becomes second nature. Running is a journey, and so is learning how to fuel your body effectively.

As this Tasty Tuesday series concludes, we hope you feel inspired to take charge of your nutrition, experiment with new ideas, and ultimately enjoy the process of fuelling your running.

Next week, we’ll kick off a new chapter with runner-friendly recipes to keep your kitchen creative and your training energised. Until then, happy running and happy eating!