What to Eat the Night Before and Morning of a Marathon
Posted by George Parker onYou can’t out-gel a bad dinner. That’s something I’ve learned after more than 10 marathons, five Boston Qualifiers, and a few painful porta-potty stops. Fueling for race day doesn’t start at the start line—it starts...
Ever Wonder How Coke Creates New Drinks? Here’s What I Learned.
Posted by George Parker onWant to know how The Coca-Cola Company create a new drink? Let me take you behind the scenes from my time on the inside. It all started with an idea. Ideas could come from anywhere—marketing,...
How Many Gels Should You Take During a Marathon Like Boston, Chicago, or New York?
Posted by George Parker onMarathon fueling isn’t just about energy—it’s about discipline, preparation, and learning what your body needs when it’s pushing through 26.2 miles. After running more than 10 marathons—including five Boston Qualifiers and multiple sub-3s—here’s my take on...
The Perfect Lunch to Eat After Your Running Workout
Posted by George Parker onThe Perfect Lunch to Eat After Your Running Workout Real talk. When I was in my twenties and early thirties, I ate what I wanted and rarely paid attention to nutrition. Oh, I wish I...
Your Best Running Days Are Ahead of You
Posted by George Parker on"No one ever steps in the same river twice, for it is not the same river and they are not the same person." — Heraclitus I caught up with a close friend from business school...
You Either Have What You Want Or....
Posted by George Parker onOver a decade ago, my wife and I took a trip to Jamaica. We stayed at an all-inclusive resort—one of those pre-kids getaways when slipping away for a few days was still easy.At the time,...
The GAIT Study: A Promising Solution for Runners with Knee Pain?
Posted by George Parker onPart I: Understanding Knee Pain and the GAIT Study Runners are no strangers to knee pain. Whether it's the nagging discomfort after a long run or the sharp twinge that threatens to derail a training...
Runner Protein Showdown: Peregrune vs. 6AM Run (and the Rest)
Posted by George Parker onWhen it comes to recovery, most runners know protein matters. But walk into any supplement aisle (or scroll online), and you’ll find a wall of protein powders — all claiming to be the best. As...
Keep Moving Forward
Posted by George Parker onOutside of running, reading is a love of mine. I recently dove back into my history collection, paging through my books on the Civil War. One story that stuck with me was the siege of...
Egg Prices Are Sky-High! Here Are 3 Protein-Packed Breakfasts for Runners
Posted by George Parker onEggs have long been a staple for runners. They’re quick, packed with protein, and full of essential nutrients to fuel recovery and performance. Personally, my go-to breakfast is an egg sandwich on an English muffin...
Vitamin D in Running Performance
Posted by George Parker onThe Role of Vitamin D in Running Performance Vitamin D is often called the "sunshine vitamin," but my interest in Vitamin D goes beyond the usual concerns of winter and northern climates. As an avid...
Pi Day
Posted by George Parker onWhen I was an undergraduate at Georgia Tech, one of the more unique traditions on campus was the Pi Mile 5K race, held every year on March 14th—Pi Day. Unlike a traditional 5K, which is...
Meal Plan for Half Marathon Training
Posted by George Parker onMeal Plan for Half Marathon Training I've spent the past 13 weeks preparing for the Atlanta Half Marathon, and this training cycle, I put a strong emphasis on nutrition, weight management, and strength training. My...
Half Marathon Fuel Strategy: The Ultimate Guide to Race Day Nutrition
Posted by George Parker onHalf Marathon Fuel Strategy: The Ultimate Guide to Race Day Nutrition During this year’s Atlanta Publix Half Marathon, I knew it was going to be a special day. I had planned to run a certain pace,...