The Fuelled Runner

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 needI talk about:Hydration strategiesHow much water we need and how to do it during a marathonWhat are electrolytes? When do we need them?Electrolyte strategies for the marathonShould you be using caffeine?How to get the most out of itWhat to do on race dayYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x

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 runThe 20-minute recovery windowWhy a 3:1 carb to protein ratio is often recommendedEasy post-run snack ideas like chocolate milkWhy a full balanced meal afterwards still mattersAnd some practical tips to help you stay consistent with recovery nutrition.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x

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- carbsMeal ideasThe night beforeDay beforeHydrationDigestion timeSigns you need to change your breakfastHow to work out what works for youRace day considerationsTraining your gutYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x

Tummy troubles aren’t inevitable for runners! Gut training is one of the BIGGEST things you can do to help yourself.This week I’m talking about:Why GI distress happens in marathonsWhat gut training actually isWhat the research showsHow to train your gut for carbs during the raceHow to train your gut to tolerate pre-race mealsA practical gut training guideYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x

This week I’m joined by my brother Joe who is also running the London Marathon 2026!He’s got a bit of a different approach to his nutrition and training so hopefully you’ll enjoy hearing from him!The link to his fundraising page is hereWe also answer some of your questions and talk through how we’re approaching balancing life and trainingYou can find Joe on instagram @joeseccombe and me @SianseccHappy running, TFR x

How to fuel a marathon- all things gelsI promise they’re not as bad as they sound and this week I talk all about:what gels actually arewhy we even need themwhen you’re meant to start taking themhow many you actually needhow to pick the right gel for youcaffeine gelsand whether you can just use real food insteadYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc and you can also watch this episode over on youtube!Happy running, TFR x