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Ask the Expert (Dr Juliet McGrattan): Alcohol and Running (Episode 138)

Season 4 Episode 138 Published 1 year, 11 months ago

In this episode, we chat to Dr Juliet McGrattan, author, speaker and former GP, about running and alcohol.

We answer all the common questions, such as:

- is a daily glass of red wine really good for our health?

- is that post-race beer helpful?

- can you sweat out a hangover?

- how does alcohol affect sleep quality and recovery?

- is there a safe amount of alcohol consumption for athletes that won’t hinder training or performance?

- how does alcohol impact our hormones?

NEW - Stay tuned for our newest feature, Myth Buster, where we tackle common misconceptions.

If you need support with your alcohol consumption, the NHS website is a good place to start