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The Flying RuNRAuthor: Marathon Mates
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Donuts, Gels or Bananas? What Should You Really Run On? : Flying RuNR #142
Thursday, 2 April, 2026
Fuel or fail? That’s the make-or-break question every runner faces.In this no-fluff episode of The Flying RuNR Podcast, the crew dives deep into running nutrition — from pre-run meals that set you up for success to mid-run fuels that keep you flying past the wall, and post-run recovery that actually rebuilds you for your next PB.Lucia puts donuts on the table (literally 🍩) and sparks one of the most entertaining — and surprisingly science-backed — debates yet. We compare gels vs real food, bananas vs energy chews, sugar hits vs slow-release options, and reveal the common fueling mistakes that quietly sabotage your runs.Whether you’re training for your first marathon, chasing a new half-marathon time, or just want to feel stronger on everyday runs, this episode delivers practical, real-world endurance nutrition advice you can use immediately. No bro-science, just what actually works for everyday runners.🔑 Timestamps & Chapters (copy these into your podcast host for better discoverability)00:00 – Welcome & The Great Donut Debate02:00 – Training Updates12:20 – Trivia Question16:10 – News - 2 Day London Marathon thoughts34:50 – Donuts or DONOTS?37:15 – Breakfast fuel before long runs50:40 – Sweets or Savoury?1:03:10 – Tony’s Tip1:05:00 – What’s on Next Week?🔑 Key Topics Covered🕒 Pre-Run Fuel: Setting the FoundationOptimal timing and what to eat 1–3 hours before your runLight vs heavy options and why carb-loading isn’t always the answerHydration rules that prevent the 10 km bonkMost common beginner and experienced runner mistakes🏃 During the Run: Fueling on the MoveExact timing: when you actually need gels, chews or real foodGels vs bananas vs homemade options — cost, stomach tolerance & performanceHow to carry fuel without chafing or stoppingProven tricks to avoid energy crashes and GI distress🔄 Post-Run Recovery: Refuel & RebuildWhy recovery nutrition is more important than most runners realiseIdeal carb + protein + hydration ratios for fast recoveryQuick convenience options vs whole-food mealsHow poor recovery quietly ruins your next training block🍭 Sweet vs Savoury: What Works Best?Sugar hits vs slow-release energy sourcesDo you really need sweetness for performance?Savoury alternatives that serious runners swear byPersonal preference vs what your physiology actually needs🚫 Worst Foods & Fueling MistakesFoods that guarantee mid-run regretTiming errors that cause discomfort or fatigueOver-fueling vs under-fueling — both hurt performanceThe dangerous “it works for elite runners, so it’ll work for me” trap🍩 Flying RuNR MomentLucia defends donuts as legitimate running fuel and kicks off a hilarious yet insightful debate that every listener will be quoting on their next long run. You won’t want to miss this one!💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s YOUR go-to run fuel? Team gels, bananas, donuts, or something totally different?Drop your answer in the comments on YouTube or Spotify, or tag us @flyingrunr on Instagram or X. Your story could feature in a future episode!🎧 Listen NowAvailable instantly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major podcast apps.Wherever you are, run your race at your pacehttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory ————————————————————————————-Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: happyrunning@flyingrunr.com
