01/10/2026
How ready is your body for the StanChart Marathon? 👀🏃🏾♀️
We often think marathon preparation is all about the kilometers, but what you eat, drink and how you recover can have a big impact on how you show up on race day.
Nutritionist Risper joined NTV Kenya to break down what runners should be thinking about in the weeks leading up to the marathon:
Carbohydrates are fuel. As training intensity and mileage increase, your body needs enough energy to support performance. Think of foods like rice, potatoes, oats, ugali, fruits and other carbohydrate-rich foods as part of your training fuel.
Don’t forget protein. Protein supports muscle repair and recovery, so include good sources consistently across your meals rather than leaving it all to one meal.
Hydration is a daily habit. Start practising your hydration strategy during training. For longer runs, your fluid and electrolyte needs may be different from your everyday needs.
