Other Food for recovery and fuel

Today we are going to talk about five foods that can be good for running but there aren't any companies (that I'm aware of anyways) that sell or markets the food specifically for runners or other types of endurance athletes. The main thing you want to look for when deciding what to fuel yourself is the right combination of carbs and sugars that you can balance with electrolytes to keep your blood sugar in check and give you additional energy for your run. So anyways, here we go.

1. Oranges: While they can be difficult to carry I still maintain they can be a good option. Another thing oranges do for you that other food options don't is they have extra juices in them which can also help you stay hydrated and is also a good source of vitamin C while also providing a good amount of sugar. The only downside may be how to carry it. I've found the easiest way to do it is to slice the orange peels ahead of time and then put them in something that you can easily carry such as a plastic or zip-lock bag. 

2. Bananas: The main downside to bananas just like oranges is that carrying them can be a challenge but that doesn't mean it's impossible. You can do the same thing with a plastic or zip lock bag. Keep in mind bananas can go bad faster than oranges so if your going to use this option you may not want to make your run go to much longer than an hour. The reason why bananas can be a good option? It has enough sugar to keep your sugar levels high enough during your run. 

3. Pretzels are another good option, obviously, the salt levels will keep your blood sugar in check and if you choose a type that has a high enough carb count then that can help with your energy levels as well. The main thing to keep in mind with carbs is they are an additional energy source so you should use it where possible.

4. Gummy bears: This one is by far the easiest to carry and you can get them pretty much anywhere that sells food. They have extremely high sugar levels so that can help with your blood sugar levels and the natural sugar can naturally give you more energy. 

5. Certain bars: No I'm not suggesting you should just go to the grocery store and choose any old bar. Some brands that come to mind that can be good are Elevation Bars, Cliff Bars, Powerade Bars, etc. When it comes to bars you mainly need to figure out what is going to agree with your stomach while you running and the sugar content should be high enough to keep your blood sugar levels in check.