How to handle the morning run

By Jackie Dikos, R.D.
As featured in the Web Only issue of Running Times Magazine

The winter morning alarm clashes with your warm, cozy bed. You manage to lift those groggy legs from what you wish could be the endless slumber. There is little time to waste as you have a full schedule for the day. Is it really necessary to add breakfast to the morning running routine?

Eating before a morning run is a question that many ponder. As with many aspects of running, eating before a morning run often comes down to personal preferences. There are, however, some key common factors to consider when deciding if you will benefit from a pre-run shot of glucose after the long overnight fast.