Comments on: The Detrimental Effects of Fasting on Metabolism and Performance https://athletesanctuary.com.au/the-detrimental-effects-of-fasting-on-runners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-detrimental-effects-of-fasting-on-runners Naturopath and female sports coach, Torquay Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:27:43 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 By: Fueling your morning run: What does medical research say? - Athletes Sanctuary https://athletesanctuary.com.au/the-detrimental-effects-of-fasting-on-runners/#comment-126 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:18:27 +0000 https://athletesanctuary.com.au/?p=7828#comment-126 […] Recent statistics reveal that over 60% of endurance runners struggle with finding the best pre-run meal that doesn’t cause bloating or discomfort during exercise. Additionally, studies have shown that female athletes, in particular, face unique challenges when it comes to sports nutrition, often requiring specialised guidance to achieve peak performance. Fasting has become popular in running culture but, sadly, has also led to many lost opportunities and poor performances. If you currently void eating before a run, you may be surprised by the impact fasting has on performance and your metabolism. […]

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