The Healthiest Things You Can Buy at the Grocery Store

You can build the perfect training plan, buy all the right running attire and even hire a coach, but if your nutrition isn't on point, your performance will ultimately disappoint you.

The good news: Nutrition isn't as complicated as it seems. Depending on your target distance, you may need larger portions of certain macronutrients, but you will still benefit from the same dietary recommendations made for all Americans. That means loading up your plate with fruits and vegetables, complex carbohydrates and lean protein sources.

Check out some of the top foods you should put in your cart next time you head to the grocery store.

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