Let's be honest, food and exercise have always been best friends. But rather than slinking off to gobble down an energy bar or mushy peanut butter sandwich after a weekend run, groups of runners are increasingly ending the calorie-burning affair with brunch. In recent years, America's cheerful mid-morning meal has surged in popularity — and arguably quality. We think the trend of brunch runs is a delicious way to enjoy that runner's high among friends while refueling worn-out muscles.

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