Enjoy Festive Food Without Hitting Pause on Your Training


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Dear Reader

It may feel early to think about festive food, but December will be here before you know it! With a little pre-planning, you can enjoy the season without compromising your running, energy, or recovery.

In my latest EAT TO RUN post, I share practical ways for runners to navigate festive treats while keeping your nutrition and training on track:

  • A Balanced Festive Plate – Enjoy turkey, seasonal vegetables, and nourishing carbohydrates in the right proportions.
  • The 80:20 Approach – Savour a little indulgence without overdoing it.
  • Mindful Socialising – Plan ahead, pace your choices, and enjoy the company more than the portion sizes.

Festive food should enhance your season, not derail it. With these simple strategies, you can relish every bite and still feel light on your feet for your runs.

Read the full post Runners Festive Food Planning and plan your festive feasting.

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A Focus on Festive Foods

Let's fast forward to Christmas Day and choose wonderful seasonal foods to indulge in and also support fuelling you festive running plan.

Thanks for reading! I'd love you get in touch to let me know of any topics you'd like me to cover in a future edition.

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Aileen xx

Aileen Smith

Nutritionist, Recreational Runner, Podcaster and Author

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