How Runners Can Avoid Feeling Hungry

When you're running on a consistent basis, you may experience what I like to call the "rungries." It's that feeling of being hungry that just never seems to go away.

Frequent hunger pangs are very common among runners, especially if you've recently started a new running regimen or you've increased your running frequency or intensity. You're burning more calories, so your body needs to take more in. But it does present a tough dilemma for runners who are trying to lose weight or stay at their current weight.

So what's a hungry runner to do? Here are some ways you can avoid feeling hungry, without overindulging, and hopefully lose weight (or maintain your desired weight) in the process.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us How Runners Can Avoid Feeling Hungry When you're running on a consistent basis, you may experience what I like to call the "rungries." It's that feeling of being hungry that just never seems to go away. Frequent hunger pangs are very common among runners, especially if you've recently started a new running regimen or you've increased your running frequency or intensity. You're burning more calories, so your body needs to take more in. But it does present a tough dilemma for runners who are trying to lose weight or stay at their current weight. So what's a hungry runner to do? Here are some ways you can avoid feeling hungry, without overindulging, and hopefully lose weight (or maintain your desired weight) in the process. Christine Luff Running & Jogging Expert Can I Burn Fat By Running?   Does running help you lose fat?  Find out what it means to burn fat by running. READ NOW Fast Marathon Courses in the U.S.   If you're one of those people who wants to set a marathon PR or run a fast time for your first marathon, check out these U.S. marathons that are known for being fast. READ NOW Rainy Race Day Strategies   If you're thinking you may have wet weather for an upcoming race, here are some strategies for staying as comfortable as possible. READ NOW Cardio and Strengthening Home Workout for Runners   You don't need any equipment to do this fun workout that combines running drills with body-weight exercises.   READ NOW How to Donate Your Used Running Shoes   Got some used running shoes in your closet? Here are some organizations that can put them to to good use. READ NOW 6 Ways to Distract Yourself When Running   Whether you’re suffering through boredom or some physical discomfort during a run, it helps to try to distract yourself.  Here are some strategies to try. READ NOW Featured Articles • Eggs for Weight Loss: Fact or Fiction? • Can You Die From Lupus? • Do you have risk factors for hypertension? • Work on Your Flexibility with These 4 Yoga Poses to Prevent Back Pain • The Golden Years? How Retirement Can Ruin Your Sleep, Provoke Insomnia • Celiac Disease May Affect Colon Cancer Risk (But Not How You Think) • Are You Losing Fat, or Just Losing Weight? • Pregnant? 5 Reasons You Shouldn't Induce Labor Advertisement About Running & Jogging  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Running & Jogging newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.