Summer training leading up to fall racing season means an increase in mileage and an increased need to build up your immune system!

Emergen-C to the rescue! Emergen-C 1000mg Vitamin C is a health and energy booster with 24 nutrients, antioxidants, electrolytes, and 7 B Vitamins! Personally, I am a huge fan of Emergen-C because of the immediate results that I have experienced when I have felt a slight sniffle or cold coming on or after that physical depletion from a big race.

While running typically helps me to maintain a very high level of immunity, there are times when we can all fall victim to viruses and the common cold. I learned about Emergen-C several years ago from my sister (who is my greatest resource for alternative, naturopathic remedies) when I was feeling lousy with cold symptoms and frustrated because OTC remedies typically don’t work for me and just leave me feeling dizzy and queasy with “medicine head”. I was thrilled to discover that one packet of Emergen-C flavored fizzy drink mix combined with 4-6 oz of water provides 1000mg of Vitamin C as well as B Vitamins, is naturally flavored, free of high fructose corn syrup, free of artificial colors, and gluten free!

This past spring when my marathon training was in full swing and I was running 6 days a week 45-50+ miles a week, there were days after long runs when I would get that scratchy tickle in my throat and achy body, so I started adding Emergen-C to my recovery regimen and those symptoms would disappear! Paired with a diet rich in whole grains and a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, I can attest that Emergen-C has helped to get me to the starting line this spring and summer and has played an important role in post run recovery as well.

Perhaps my favorite feature of Emergen-C is that the individual serving packets are portable, can be mixed in seconds with just water, and the fizzy flavored drink is easy to digest. If I am headed out for a quick morning run and short on time, I will often mix one packet and drink it as an energy/carbohydrate source rather than eating something quickly that could upset my stomach.

If you have not previously heard of or  tried Emergen-C, it can be found in most grocery stores, chain pharmacies, natural food stores and even Target and Wal-mart near the energy bars and protein supplements. Additionally Emergen-C Original comes in 10 different flavors (my preference is Raspberry) so if you would like to sample prior to buying, simply complete the online request form and they will send you out a few different flavor packets!

Perhaps while we train to build mileage for fall racing, Emergen-C can help to build immunity for endurance from the inside out!

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