"Carbo-loading is known as a pre-run tactic, but we don’t see why it can’t also be helpful post-run. Rather than question our lack of understanding of the human body, just agree with us, and eat some delicious pasta at Noodle Pudding after your run across the Brooklyn Bridge into Dumbo. This Italian spot is a good low-key date option in case running is a couple’s activity for you, and there’s also a small bar where you can eat a big plate of gnocchi in butter and sage by yourself. Just remember to put some money in your sock - it’s cash-only." - matt tervooren