Before every regular run, drink a little something (water or a sports drink, for example) and have a small snack. Experts say eating in the hour before a run can boost performance, especially if you choose foods high in carbohydrates, which are quickly digested and absorbed into the blood stream. Stay away from simple sugars (candy, for example) that cause your blood sugar levels to spike, then drop.

Some good snack choices:

1. raisins
2. half a banana
3. half a bagel
4. an energy bar
5. a little cereal
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