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    Nutrition

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    CARA Blog: Nutrition

    Fuel And Hydration Tips For An Afternoon Or Evening Race

    • Aug 12, 2021
    Fuel And Hydration Tips For An Afternoon Or Evening Race

    7 Tips For Staying Hydrated During The Frigid Winter Months In Chicago

    • Jan 25, 2021
    7 Tips For Staying Hydrated During The Frigid Winter Months In Chicago

    Navigating The Holidays: 8 Tips For A Healthier, Happier Season

    • Nov 25, 2020
    Navigating The Holidays: 8 Tips For A Healthier, Happier Season

    Suffering From Stomach Issues Mid Run? Learn How To Train Your Gut

    • Nov 3, 2020
    Suffering From Stomach Issues Mid Run? Learn How To Train Your Gut

    Rest Day Nutrition: How And What To Eat To Enhance Recovery

    • Oct 6, 2020
    Rest Day Nutrition: How And What To Eat To Enhance Recovery

    It’s Time To Perfect Your Race Day Nutrition Strategy: Fueling Tips For Pre/ Post/During Long Run

    • Sep 3, 2020
    It’s Time To Perfect Your Race Day Nutrition Strategy: Fueling Tips For Pre/ Post/During Long Run

    Supplements For Runners: Do You Need Them? And If So, What?

    • Aug 19, 2020
    Supplements For Runners: Do You Need Them? And If So, What?

    Staying Hydrated During The Summer Heat: Tips For Pre, Post And During Exercise

    • Jun 26, 2020
    Staying Hydrated During The Summer Heat: Tips For Pre, Post And During Exercise

    Fueling Tips For Vegan, Vegetarian And Plant-Based Runners

    • Jun 16, 2020
    Fueling Tips For Vegan, Vegetarian And Plant-Based Runners

    5 Budget-Conscious Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Grocery Trip

    • May 6, 2020
    5 Budget-Conscious Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Grocery Trip

    Intermittent Fasting: What Is It And Does It Benefit Runners?

    • Apr 13, 2020
    Intermittent Fasting: What Is It And Does It Benefit Runners?

    Nutrition For New Or Beginning Runners: 3 Common Mistakes And How To Fix Them

    • Mar 15, 2020
    Nutrition For New Or Beginning Runners: 3 Common Mistakes And How To Fix Them

    Top 10 Nutrition Myths & Facts You Need To Know For Marathon Training!

    • Aug 21, 2019
    Top 10 Nutrition Myths & Facts You Need To Know For Marathon Training!
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