Should I Drink Coffee Before a Run?
For many healthy runners, a small cup of coffee before an earlier run can improve alertness and reduce perceived effort, but it is not right for everyone. People who are caffeine-sensitive, exercising in heat, running late in the day, or managing heart, stomach, anxiety, or pregnancy concerns should be cautious. The safest approach is to test coffee during routine training rather than trying it for the first time on race day.