10 Running Myths Debunked

Bananas prevent cramping.

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Potassium, once believed to be the wonder nutrient for recovery, doesn’t fair so well in the wild. You can eat bananas like a gorilla but still cramp. A better indicator for cramping is your hydration levels and your body conditioning. Warm up before you run hard. Maintain good hydration. Once you feel thirsty, it’s too late, but your stomach shouldn’t be full of water. Hydrate before, during, and after your runs.