Ready for some science? This edition of the Running on Science column looks at the current science on protein for endurance athletes. A bit from the story: Let’s face it, as endurance athletes, we understand that fueling our bodies is critically important, and because of that, we spend a lot of time thinking and talking about food. In the endurance community, this usually revolves around carbohydrates: how many grams you’re ingesting per hour during your run, how much you’re trying to eat pre-race, and how much you need post-run. You get the picture. But what about another important macronutrient, protein? For many of us, protein often is an afterthought, something we’re likely scraping by in our carbohydrate- or fat-focused fuel plan. How important is protein for endurance athletes? What role does protein have in our diet? And how do we benefit from it pre-, during, and post-exercise? Read the full column at the link in our bio, or at iRunFar.com Photos/infographics: Shutterstock...