Nutrition Strategies

Carbohydrates

  • Daily energy proportion: 50-65%
  • Training days: 6-8g/kg body weight

Protein

  • Daily: 1.2-1.6g/kg body weight
  • Within 30 minutes after training: 15-25g high-quality protein

Fat

  • Daily energy proportion: 20-30%

Timing

  • 2 hours before running: easily digestible carbohydrates + small amount of protein
  • Runs exceeding 60 minutes: 30-60g carbohydrates per hour

Balance Between Aerobic and Strength Training

  • Research shows concurrent training does not significantly hinder muscle growth
  • High-intensity running and heavy strength training should not be on the same day
  • Leave at least 3 hours between them

Weekly Plan Example

DayActivity
MondayRest
TuesdayInterval run (~40 minutes)
WednesdayStrength training (~45 minutes)
ThursdayTempo run (45-60 minutes)
FridayActive recovery or rest
SaturdayLong distance run (60-90 minutes)
SundayStrength + short easy run

Time Management Tips

  • Establish habit by fixing training days
  • Utilize fragmented time
  • Treat training as a “calendar appointment”
  • Flexibly adjust to fit work schedule