These benefits are realized further when walking or running with the treadmill on an incline. According to a study from A.T. Still University, walking on a treadmill at an incline of 10 percent or more will improve the muscles' benefits for a more intense workout.
Let's consider what types of food a runner needs before a long run, many of which could already be common staples in your diet. The most important things for runners to consider are carbohydrates, protein and fat. And getting the right balance of these three is important. Of a pre-race meal, about 60 percent should be carbohydrates, 20 percent protein and 20 percent fat [source: Tufts ]. Of course, runners can tweak this ratio to their liking.
The long run is the staple of every distance runners diet. If youre training for a marathon, its de rigeur. Novice runners use them as springboards to the finish line, and elite marathon runners do multiple long runs to improve their times.f you plan a day or two of easy running and/or rest before your long run, youre less likely to be overly fatigued during the long run itself, and the recovery will be easier. Treat a weekend long run almost like a race. Taper for it, and rest or jog easily both before and after. Also, carbo-load before and after.