With marathon season underway, we consulted Sports Nutritionist and Host of TLC’s Honey We’re Killing the Kids Felicia Stoler, to find out how we can prepare mentally and physically to reach our goals and ultimately kick butt!

1.) Set a Goal! It's important to name your objective and set a realistic time-table for achieving it. What better goal to have than complete a 5K, 10K or a marathon?


2.) Physical training beforehand is key to having a successful race.
The more you run the more capable and confident you will become. Your body can be trained to go the distance!

3.) There are plenty of different liquids you can drink during training and after heavy exercise, but a recent study among adults found that consuming 2% chocolate milk, such as NESQUIK Ready to Drink, helped them work out longer during a second round of exercise. (International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, 2006).      

  • 2% chocolate milk contains an optimal balance of protein to carbohydrates, which is critical for helping refuel tired muscles after strenuous exercise.

  • To help spread this healthy message during running season, the Nesquik Athletic Bunny will be running in six races – three in the New York City area and three in Los Angeles from the end of September through the beginning of November. 

4.) A proper diet is crucial for training. Be sure to eat lots of carbohydrates – especially those rich in complex carbs and vitamins. Carbohydrates provide the essential fuel to keep runners moving. Practice your eating strategy during training and don’t do anything new on race day!

5.) Never neglect hydration during a marathon. Fluids and electrolytes (like salt) are necessary to replace what is lost. Start to consume fluids one-two hours prior to the race, during the race (to thirst) and in the hours following.