Özet:

Street running has been gaining increasing popularity in the world, many athletes seek to optimize their performance through proper training and nutrition, however, there has been a high incidence of injuries in practitioners of this modality. The aim of this research was to evaluate the nutritional profile, body composition related to the incidence of injuries in runners in the city of Rio do Sul-SC. The sample consisted of 24 runners of both sexes aged between 18 and 60 years. The food intake of macronutrients, certain micronutrients and total energy expenditure was evaluated through the 24-hour recall. Body composition was assessed by measuring weight, height and skinfolds, and the presence of injury during running, using the Referred Morbidity Inquiry (IMR). It was observed that the consumption of nutrients, for the most part, were adequate, as the average energy intake was below the recommended level, due to a low consumption of carbohydrates. The anthropometric profile was presented in an adequate way and regarding the injuries, a considerably high number can be noted, with the knee as the site of greatest involvement. It was not possible to relate through the research whether the increase in these lesions may be due to an inadequate diet, since there are several factors that can lead to their emergence. These results reinforce the importance of proper guidelines on nutrition not only to improve the physical performance of athletes, but also to support recovery from possible injuries.

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