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Post Run Smoothie

Jonny Mellor — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:43:42 +0000

Here's a delicious and nutritious post-run smoothie idea that will help replenish your energy and provide essential nutrients for recovery: Ingredients: 1 ripe banana (frozen for a creamier texture) 1 cup spinach or kale leaves ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavored) 1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter 1 cup almond milk or [...]

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The Top 10 Recovery Foods to Supercharge Your Post-Run Replenishment

Jonny Mellor — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:37:39 +0000

After a challenging run, your body needs proper nourishment to recover, repair muscles, and replenish energy stores. (Stress + Recovery = Growth) Choosing the right post-run foods can make a significant difference in your recovery speed and overall performance. In this article, we'll explore the top 10 recovery foods that will help you bounce [...]

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Banana Oatmeal Cake

Jonny Mellor — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:54:37 +0000

If you're looking for a healthy post-run treat that goes beyond the typical smoothie, here's an idea for a nutritious post-run cake: Banana Oatmeal Cake: Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup almond flour 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavored) 2 eggs 1 [...]

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Marathon Recovery

Jonny Mellor — Tue, 25 May 2021 13:55:52 +0000

Marathon Recovery How much recovery do you need after a marathon? Whilst this varies runner to runner a general guide of a mile per day will serve you well when it comes to marathon revery. This does not mean that you can’t train in the 26-days following a marathon, however it’s a useful guide in [...]

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Work Smarter, Not Harder

Jonny Mellor — Mon, 10 May 2021 14:48:10 +0000

This is something I’ve taken a number of years to get the hang of and still I find it difficult at times to get my head around it… Quantity does not equal quality. Too many runners spend time and energy chasing miles. At the end of the day, it’s just a number right? Sure there’s [...]

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Vegetarian Advice & Food List

Jonny Mellor — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 17:15:21 +0000

Vegetarianism isn't anything new, yet it seems to have become much more popular in recent times, particularly among the endurance population. The initial thought may be that some vegetarian and plant-based diets are too low in protein. But, many athletes have no problem meeting protein needs using plant-based foods. Best choices for vegetarian protein sources [...]

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Weight Loss Simple Tips

Jonny Mellor — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 01:12:59 +0000

I often get asked about weight as a coach. I am no nutritionist, but from experience setting a goal is very important to prevent slipping back into hold habits. Work back from your long-term goal and break it into smaller weekly/monthly goals. Get into a habit of weighing yourself without becoming obsessed with it. Knowing [...]

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Easy Runs

Jonny Mellor — Sat, 29 Dec 2018 12:26:05 +0000

Do you know how fast you should be running your easy runs?

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Injury Prevention

Jonny Mellor — Sat, 07 Apr 2018 10:56:59 +0000

Preventative vs Reactive It’s always better to take a preventative approach to injury prevention rather than a reactive approach. A reactive approach to injury is when we wait to get hurt before acting and normal panicking! A preventative approach to injury is when we take steps to look after our bodies with the aim of preventing [...]

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Supplements

Jonny Mellor — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 17:07:42 +0000

Some people never feel the need to supplement especially if you eat a healthy and balanced diet, however if you’re particularly prone to picking up colds in the winter or looking to perfect you recovery and fuelling strategy the below guide is designed to help you focus on the key supplements I believe are important [...]

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