This newest addition to the heralded Runner�s World series offers runners up-to-date nutrition advice based on the latest scienceRunners have different nutrition and recovery needs than other endurance athletes. Yet until now, they�ve had no nutritional resource specifically addressing their concerns.This comprehensive guide distills the newest thinking in the science of exercise nutrition into practical, hands-on tips that will help runners stay healthy, recover faster, enjoy better workouts, and race successfully. Readers will learn:� detailed information on nutritional topics important to runners, from balancing internal energy stores to proper hydration� how to customize their diets to their individual training needs� shopping tips and dining-out strategies to help runners maximize their nutritional intake� the top 5 pre-race meals and top 5 healthiest snacks for runners� nutritional tips for special populations, including women, children, diabetics, and older runners