What are macros and how do they fit into a runner’s diet?  We are talking about the basics of nutrition for running with registered dietitian Brooke Czarnecki on the Healthy Runner Podcast. Brooke is our healthy runner go to expert when it comes to running nutrition and she will discuss how carbohydrates, proteins, and fats play an integral role in your body and your running performance.    In this episode Brooke covers Nutrition 101 for runners including:   What is the difference between macronutrients and micronutrients?   What are the basic components of the food we eat?    What are carbs and what do they do for runners?   What is the difference between complex vs. simple carbs and how to use them for running?   What are the different types of protein?   What fats are healthy for runners to consume?   Brooke’s previous nutrition related episodes: Episode 87 RED-S and Running: What You Need to Know About This Serious Condition https://sparkyourtraining.com/red-s-and-running-what-you-need-to-know-about-this-serious-condition/    Episode 107: 4 Running Nutrition Habits Anyone Can Do! https://sparkyourtraining.com/the-4-running-nutrition-habits-in-the-new-year-anyone-can-do/   Related Resources: SPARK Blueprint:  5 Tips To Run Stronger & Healthier without Injuries!   https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/blueprint   Are you ready to take action and get the accountability you deserve to unlock your greatest potential as a runner?    Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program.  Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry.  Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life.   Learn more with this behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are.  Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching   This week’s show brought to you by:  Heal from the Amino Company. Heal is an amino acid, whey and creatine based formulation designed to reduce recovery times and improve physical function after injuries by accelerating muscle repair while helping maintain a healthy inflammatory response. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner   If you’re looking for a nutritional advantage when it comes to recovering from your running injury or your daily training I highly recommend you give Heal a try.   If you’re interested in learning  more and giving Heal a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 30% Click HERE to be directed to the discount page!   Connect with Brooke: Instagram: @intentfulnutrition https://www.instagram.com/intentfulnutrition/ Email: intentfulnutrition@gmail.com Moderator Healthy Runner Facebook Community   Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com   Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website