Post by @kim_stmm

Here are 10 foods that fuel your body without slowing you down : 1. Banana 🍌 Quick carbs + potassium = perfect pre-run snack. Gentle on the stomach and ready-to-use energy. 2. Oats 🥣 Slow-digesting carbs for sustained energy. Great for morning runs combine with a bit of honey or fruit. 3. White rice 🍚 Easy to digest, low in fiber, and ideal before intense training or HYROX sessions. 4. Toast with honey or jam 🍞🍯 Fast-absorbing carbs that top off your glycogen stores without weighing you down. 5. Dates or dried fruits 🌴 Natural sugar bombs + some minerals. Perfect if you only have 30–60 minutes before running. 6. Smoothie (banana + berries + oat milk) 🥤 Liquid fuel = quick absorption. Add a scoop of protein if you’re doing a longer session. 7. Greek yogurt + berries 🫐 Carbs + protein + a little fat. Light but satisfying – ideal if you need something more balanced. 8. Rice cakes with peanut butter 🍘🥜 Crunchy carbs + a little fat for satiety. Great 60–90 minutes before your run. 9. Apple or pear 🍏🍐 Hydrating and light – for easy runs or short sessions. Add a handful of nuts if you’re hungrier. 10. Electrolyte drink or coconut water 🥥 Not food, but still crucial. Pre-hydration helps avoid cramps and improves endurance. ⚠️ Avoid: High-fat, high-fiber or super protein-heavy meals right before running they slow digestion and can cause discomfort. ❤️Follow me for more real world running tips you dont find anywhere else!! #Running #runningtips #hyrox #hyroxtips #strongwomen