The Fuelled Runner

Carb loading and tapering- how do we do it?!

The whole aim of these last few weeks of your marathon training block is to give you the best shot possible on race day and in this episode I talk all about:
What tapering is and why we do it?
How to structure your taper
Common taper mistakes
What carb loading is
How to carb load without overcomplicating it
Practical tips for race week

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc for more

Happy running, TFR x
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Let’s talk snacks! Marathon fuelling’s unsung hero.

In this episode I talk all about:
Why snacking is important
How it supports our bodies and training
Pre run snacks
General snacks and how to build them
Ideas for snacks
Personalisation of snacks

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc for more
Happy running, TFR x
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How much water should you be drinking? Should you be taking electrolytes? What about Caffeine!? All common questions for runners taking on the marathon! That’s why this week I’m breaking them down and giving you all the info you need

I talk about:
Hydration strategies
How much water we need and how to do it during a marathon
What are electrolytes? When do we need them?
Electrolyte strategies for the marathon
Should you be using caffeine?
How to get the most out of it
What to do on race day

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc
Happy running, TFR x
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Unsure what to eat after your long run or wondering if you could be doing more?! I’ve got you!

This week I’m talking about:
What happens in your body after a run
The 20-minute recovery window
Why a 3:1 carb to protein ratio is often recommended
Easy post-run snack ideas like chocolate milk
Why a full balanced meal afterwards still matters
And some practical tips to help you stay consistent with recovery nutrition.

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x
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Unsure what to eat before your long run or wondering if you could be doing more?! I’ve got you!

This week I’m talking about:
Pre-run meal building- carbs
Meal ideas
The night before
Day before
Hydration
Digestion time
Signs you need to change your breakfast
How to work out what works for you
Race day considerations
Training your gut

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc
Happy running, TFR x
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