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This isn't for me, but a friend.
Buddy has a marathon in 2 weeks- he is concerned about whether or not he should carb load, and if so how?
Also he says "I guess what I'm most interested in, is the idea of doing a short intense workout 24-48 prior to the race which will trick my body into preparing for stress, thus making my body hold more carbs. Has anyone tried this or something similar and if so what were the results?"
So if anyone is a legit runner, I would appreciate some advice here, on carb loading (yay or nay and how if yay?) and also on his idea of intense work before the race etc etc.
Yes, runningmom, I am looking at you! And a few other knowledgable people...
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It's his first marathon, it's all trial and error...Depends on how his body reacts to carbs..Me, if I eat a bunch of carbs for 2 or 3 days, I feel like shit. I went and do all protein 7 to 10 days before a half or full marathon. Day before I carb load...morning of the run coffee, banana and a bagel. Have him try and get up at least 90 min before he has to be at the race to make sure the carbs exit his body before the run (if you know what I mean) Everyone is different. I know people that do carb load 2 days before and run great.
PLEASE TELL him to start stretching the day before and at least 30 MIN before the run. Also, tell him NOT to drink unless absolute necessary at the water stations along the run. If he don't have to stop to pee, it's better for his first marathon.
After the run, eat bananas..Stretch right after. I actually set my alarm in the middle of the night after a big run to walk and stretch for 10 minutes..Keeps the soreness down the next day.
I hope he enjoys the marathon. I wish him all the best but he will have an amazing sense of accomplishment once he crosses the finish line.
No big intense workouts before the big run. Short, little runs, a few miles is fine. But I'm hoping he has ran at least 15 miles in one shot before the race or his legs will really be sore
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this isn't for me but for a friend
how do you know if the message girl you get from backpage.com will give you and hand job?
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Runningmom good advice but "try not to drink at the station" is outrages thats the only thing keeping me alive during my first marathon, who cares if you have to pee jump in a bush and pee. I asked 1000's for advice prior to my run and every expert runner there told me make sure a drink lots at the stations.
I eat 5lb of complex carbs 48 hours before my run all the way till the night before and by the half marathon my glycogen was already depleted, so i wish I would have eat more, but everybody is different.
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Runningmom good advice but "try not to drink at the station" is outrages thats the only thing keeping me alive during my first marathon, who cares if you have to pee jump in a bush and pee. I asked 1000's for advice prior to my run and every expert runner there told me make sure a drink lots at the stations.
I eat 5lb of complex carbs 48 hours before my run all the way till the night before and by the half marathon my glycogen was already depleted, so i wish I would have eat more, but everybody is different.
um well first of all, women don't get to just jump into bushes and pop a squat and pee or anything. If there is one or two porta potties, usually there is a line, except towards the end. First marathon I did, I finally had to tinkle at mile 17, I didn't even sit all the way down on the potty (well nasty for one thing in those porta potties, and I knew once I sat, I wasn't getting up)
I eat LOTS of carbs before a big run. It's quite amazing actually how much I can put away.
Half marathons I don't usually drink at any of the stations. Right now its and all this year the marathon and halfs have been in winter. So you don't really get dehydrated as much.
Also, Mike, tell your pal to load up on GU Gel, gives me energy.
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um well first of all, women don't get to just jump into bushes and pop a squat and pee or anything. If there is one or two porta potties, usually there is a line, except towards the end. First marathon I did, I finally had to tinkle at mile 17, I didn't even sit all the way down on the potty (well nasty for one thing in those porta potties, and I knew once I sat, I wasn't getting up)
I eat LOTS of carbs before a big run. It's quite amazing actually how much I can put away.
Half marathons I don't usually drink at any of the stations. Right now its and all this year the marathon and halfs have been in winter. So you don't really get dehydrated as much.
Also, Mike, tell your pal to load up on GU Gel, gives me energy.
lmao, my bad
Half marathon without drinking pretty impressive
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lmao, my bad
Half marathon without drinking pretty impressive
I just want to finish without injuring myself LOL..
Mike, also, I learned this lesson at mile 2 of my first marathon. If he doesn't need to get water, run at the opposite side of where the water stations are. Runners are messy, after they are done with the cup (s), they just throw them on the ground ::) ;D ;D ;D. The ground gets supper slick, I almost fell on my ass, so I learned that lesson quick
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Paula Radcliffe took a dump pretty much without breaking stride in a London Marathon... which she won handily, I believe.
um well first of all, women don't get to just jump into bushes and pop a squat and pee or anything. If there is one or two porta potties, usually there is a line, except towards the end. First marathon I did, I finally had to tinkle at mile 17, I didn't even sit all the way down on the potty (well nasty for one thing in those porta potties, and I knew once I sat, I wasn't getting up)
I eat LOTS of carbs before a big run. It's quite amazing actually how much I can put away.
Half marathons I don't usually drink at any of the stations. Right now its and all this year the marathon and halfs have been in winter. So you don't really get dehydrated as much.
Also, Mike, tell your pal to load up on GU Gel, gives me energy.
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Paula Radcliffe took a dump pretty much without breaking stride in a London Marathon... which she won handily, I believe.
well I'm never going to be an elite runner or win any type of race so I understand why she did it. Besides, I expel all my carbs before I run.
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um well first of all, women don't get to just jump into bushes and pop a squat and pee or anything.
try telling that to my mom :-X
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Make sure to take a good dump before the start. I have a really bad experience ignoring this..
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Make sure to take a good dump before the start. I have a really bad experience ignoring this..
that's why I said make sure to be up 90 minutes before he has to be there..get rid of most of the carbs ya ate.. ;D
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So if anyone is a legit runner, I would appreciate some advice here, on carb loading (yay or nay and how if yay?) and also on his idea of intense work before the race etc etc.
Yes, runningmom, I am looking at you! And a few other knowledgable people...
I did a marathon at a somewhat respectable time (3:15). I did investigate the carb-load route, but found that research indicated that it is not necessary. You need to carb up properly, but there is no need for carb depletion/ cycling imo. What I did, was to eat plenty of oats the evening before and on the day of the event. Further, I ate a large Snickers just before starting running :-). No problems... I actually passed many people at the end of the race.
But, at two weeks out he should know his body in this regard, as he should have had some very long exercise runs already.
NN
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Nice job NordicNerd..may i ask how tall you are..
super impressed with your time, that's awesome
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Nice job NordicNerd..may i ask how tall you are..
super impressed with your time, that's awesome
Thank you! I'm 176 cm (5 9). Only did one marathon (Oslo, Norway) and probably never again. I run almost every day nowadays, but just shorter distances. Longer runs give me back problems. So, I'm not in your league, just did all I could to prepare for that one event, although I contemplate running half marathons.
NN
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Thank you! I'm 176 cm (5 9). Only did one marathon (Oslo, Norway) and probably never again. I run almost every day nowadays, but just shorter distances. Longer runs give me back problems. So, I'm not in your league, just did all I could to prepare for that one event, although I contemplate running half marathons.
NN
halfs are easy if you ask me. I'm in no league. I'm no fast runner, just enjoy doing them.
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Thank you! I'm 176 cm (5 9). Only did one marathon (Oslo, Norway) and probably never again. I run almost every day nowadays, but just shorter distances. Longer runs give me back problems. So, I'm not in your league, just did all I could to prepare for that one event, although I contemplate running half marathons.
NN
How do you combine running with heavy lifting? Or don't you ?
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halfs are easy if you ask me. I'm in no league. I'm no fast runner, just enjoy doing them.
Cough...2:14...cough.
;D ;D ;D
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Cough...2:14...cough.
;D ;D ;D
hey you tall dipshit, I ran that time for 13.85 miles
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hey you tall dipshit, I ran that time for 13.85 miles
Were you underwater?
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It could be a brown gel pack that burst open cause why would it run down the front of his leg like that.
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Were you underwater?
>:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
It could be a brown gel pack that burst open cause why would it run down the front of his leg like that.
no GU gel pack would burst like that.
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Were you underwater?
Haha ;D
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I did a marathon at a somewhat respectable time (3:15). I did investigate the carb-load route, but found that research indicated that it is not necessary. You need to carb up properly, but there is no need for carb depletion/ cycling imo. What I did, was to eat plenty of oats the evening before and on the day of the event. Further, I ate a large Snickers just before starting running :-). No problems... I actually passed many people at the end of the race.
But, at two weeks out he should know his body in this regard, as he should have had some very long exercise runs already.
NN
3:15 is a very good marathon time. Kudos.
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Why the hell would u keep running, fuck i would run off the course straight into the woods or somthing and try to find any body of water to clean myself off. A good placing in a race is not in any way worth the shame you will have to live with your whole life.
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Why the hell would u keep running, fuck i would run off the course straight into the woods or somthing and try to find any body of water to clean myself off. A good placing in a race is not in any way worth the shame you will have to live with your whole life.
I agree but those that don't bother with the restroom are some of the best and fastest long distance runners
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Were you underwater?
You do realize that- that time translates into 1hour 50min if she was a male, knock another 7 min off for the extra .85 and you have a time of just over 1 40. my half marathon time (although i suck cosidering i am over 200 lb with abs ;D at only 5,9) was 1.55.
Marathons are about 45 apart from male and female on average
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You do realize that- that time translates into 1hour 50min if she was a male, knock another 7 min off for the extra .85 and you have a time of just over 1 40. my half marathon time (although i suck cosidering i am over 200 lb with abs ;D at only 5,9) was 1.55.
Marathons are about 45 apart from male and female on average
pay HFF and Les no mind.
They keep busting my fat ass that my time is saying 2 hour 14 min for a half. I ran with my running app open on my phone. The distance was 13.85 miles in 2 hour 14 min...
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pay HFF and Les no mind.
They keep busting my fat ass that my time is saying 2 hour 14 min for a half. I ran with my running app open on my phone. The distance was 13.85 miles in 2 hour 14 min...
oh,lol
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You do realize that- that time translates into 1hour 50min if she was a male, knock another 7 min off for the extra .85 and you have a time of just over 1 40. my half marathon time (although i suck cosidering i am over 200 lb with abs ;D at only 5,9) was 1.55.
Marathons are about 45 apart from male and female on average
Suuuuuuuure.....using that logic and applying your math, she practically becomes Kenyan.
::) ::) ::) ;D
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I ran two half marathons once upon a time. The first one I was in good shape and ran 1:40. The second I was in not so good shape and ran 1:51.
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How do you combine running with heavy lifting? Or don't you ?
I run almost every day, but not fast, nor for a long distance (5-9 kilometers) and lift 4 times a week (2xchest/back/quads and 2xarms/shoulders/calves). When I prepared for the marathon, I ran a lot more, for much longer distances, but my lifts suffered and I lost a lot of muscle. Very difficult to combine, at last for me.
It works ok when running shorter, and the running is very effective for keeping BF low. But I do not get big in this way :-). My max bench is about 125 kg and I guess that's the limit for me when training like this.
NN
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My last 1/2 marathon was run uphill, in knee deep quicksand, wearing a 50 lb backpack and gas mask, in 100F weather and the distance was a little over 17 miles according to my forehead-mounted iPad.
I finished in 1:30.
And I don't even have legs.
Suck it Spinster.
;D ;D ;D
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oh,lol
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great thread
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My last 1/2 marathon was run uphill, in knee deep quicksand, wearing a 50 lb backpack and gas mask, in 100F weather and the distance was a little over 17 miles according to my forehead-mounted iPad.
I finished in 1:30.
And I don't even have legs.
Suck it Spinster.
;D ;D ;D
only the tall dork can call me spinster
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pay HFF and Les no mind.
They keep busting my fat ass that my time is saying 2 hour 14 min for a half. I ran with my running app open on my phone. The distance was 13.85 miles in 2 hour 14 min...
I'm not sure that speed qualifies as running...
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>:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( :( :( :( :( :( :(
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only the tall dork can call me spinster
"Height-challenged" bigot post reported.
;D
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"Height-challenged" bigot post reported.
;D
snitch
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This isn't for me, but a friend.
Buddy has a marathon in 2 weeks- he is concerned about whether or not he should carb load, and if so how?
Also he says "I guess what I'm most interested in, is the idea of doing a short intense workout 24-48 prior to the race which will trick my body into preparing for stress, thus making my body hold more carbs. Has anyone tried this or something similar and if so what were the results?"
Carb load = yes, begin 72 hours out, wean off about 8-12 hours out to clear digestive system. Don't run on an empty stomach. Include an increase in water consumption to make sure he's fully hydrated, especially if he lives in warm weather. Increase vitamin/mineral/electrolyte consumption so you don't flush the system clean.
You don't give specifics on the size/weight of your buddy, but there is a saturation point with carb loading. Water has to be taken in with the carbs. I wouldn't recommend any intense physical activity within a 48 hour time window. Keep the blood moving and work on some stretching. NEVER underestimate the need for good shoes/gear. If he hasn't used Gu in his training, DO NOT use it in the race until you know how your stomach will react. Gu will draw a lot of water into your stomach.
There are many different ideas on water/sport drink intake during a race (water only for me). Look online and calculate what's needed based on his weight. If he hasn't practised drinking water on the run, he will need to walk at the water stations or run the risk of semi-drowning himself. After the race, use sport drinks or diluted fruit juice to replenish, then use water, ibuprofen and stretching to start flushing out soreness. Schedule a walk for the following day to move the soreness out of the muscles.
PM if you need more info. I probably have 20 fulls and 40 halfs under my belt.
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nikeplus.com ?
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Carb load = yes, begin 72 hours out, wean off about 8-12 hours out to clear digestive system. Don't run on an empty stomach. Include an increase in water consumption to make sure he's fully hydrated, especially if he lives in warm weather. Increase vitamin/mineral/electrolyte consumption so you don't flush the system clean.
You don't give specifics on the size/weight of your buddy, but there is a saturation point with carb loading. Water has to be taken in with the carbs. I wouldn't recommend any intense physical activity within a 48 hour time window. Keep the blood moving and work on some stretching. NEVER underestimate the need for good shoes/gear. If he hasn't used Gu in his training, DO NOT use it in the race until you know how your stomach will react. Gu will draw a lot of water into your stomach.
There are many different ideas on water/sport drink intake during a race (water only for me). Look online and calculate what's needed based on his weight. If he hasn't practised drinking water on the run, he will need to walk at the water stations or run the risk of semi-drowning himself. After the race, use sport drinks or diluted fruit juice to replenish, then use water, ibuprofen and stretching to start flushing out soreness. Schedule a walk for the following day to move the soreness out of the muscles.
PM if you need more info. I probably have 20 fulls and 40 halfs under my belt.
chopped says some good stuff here. I tried gu a few times before the race. I only drink water when I have to during. Stay away from the gatoraid if you ask me. The first half I drank at mile 10, I had to stop at mile 12 in the porta potty and it didn't agree with me.
Again, I set my alarm for like 1am after a big run to stretch the muscles and walk around the house. I use a race type fanny pack. Keep ibuprofen, gu gel.
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I hope he the shoes he's running are good ones. If he's using shoes he's ran 300 miles or more, he's gonna be a hurting unit. I have to get new running shoes every three months. Best if he gets new ones to put at least 50 miles in them before the big run.
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I hope he the shoes he's running are good ones. If he's using shoes he's ran 300 miles or more, he's gonna be a hurting unit. I have to get new running shoes every three months. Best if he gets new ones to put at least 50 miles in them before the big run.
do you go to a running shop?
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do you go to a running shop?
I did. When I first started running, I got an expensive pair of nike shox. I kept getting horrific shin splints. Surprisingly, there is a runners store near me, so I went there. They watch me walk and run in place. Suggested asics duomax. Get the same ones every 3 months. Never an injury.
I did find out there is a runners store in Hartford called fleetfeet.
http://www.fleetfeetsports.com/
I've heard it's one of the best stores that caters to runners. They put you on a treadmill and monitor your strides, how you land on your feet, etc and make suggestions for running shoes. I'm gonna check it out soon when I get up to Hartford.
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shox are a nightmare for running
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shox are a nightmare for running
they suck..I didn't know shit, not that I really do now.
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I run almost every day, but not fast, nor for a long distance (5-9 kilometers) and lift 4 times a week (2xchest/back/quads and 2xarms/shoulders/calves). When I prepared for the marathon, I ran a lot more, for much longer distances, but my lifts suffered and I lost a lot of muscle. Very difficult to combine, at last for me.
It works ok when running shorter, and the running is very effective for keeping BF low. But I do not get big in this way :-). My max bench is about 125 kg and I guess that's the limit for me when training like this.
NN
You think it's the running itself or could you gain if you eat more cals or more protein ?
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chopped says some good stuff here. I tried gu a few times before the race. I only drink water when I have to during. Stay away from the gatoraid if you ask me. The first half I drank at mile 10, I had to stop at mile 12 in the porta potty and it didn't agree with me.
Again, I set my alarm for like 1am after a big run to stretch the muscles and walk around the house. I use a race type fanny pack. Keep ibuprofen, gu gel.
I, I, I, I, I, I, I, I, I, me, me, me, me, me, me.
Christ, you're barely moving faster than a brisk walking pace. Whothefuck you trying to fool? ::)
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I, I, I, I, I, I, I, I, I, me, me, me, me, me, me.
Christ, you're barely moving faster than a brisk walking pace. Whothefuck you trying to fool? ::)
Oh. STFU, you old bastard. Where did I ever claim to run fast
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Oh. STFU, you old bastard. Where did I ever claim to run fast
No, I know - the course grew in length and your satelite based GPS running APP picked up on it.
(ROLLFUCKINGEYES)
You giving any form of running or training advices is pretty fucking ironic.
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No, I know - the course grew in length and your satelite based GPS running APP picked up on it.
(ROLLFUCKINGEYES)
You giving any form of running or training advices is pretty fucking ironic.
Lmao, you got me there
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Yoy think it's the running itself or could you gain if you eat more cals or more protein ?
Good question. I have often wondered if the body have some way of adapting to running that is somthing "more" than simply calorie balance related. Eg, being light is very advantageous when running. Thus, does the body shed muscle mass as an adapative mechanism?
I would guess hormones could be an explanation. Running a lot reduces sex drive ;-/ and changes several hormone levels.
Do you have an opinion on this?
NN
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I just want to finish without injuring myself LOL..
Mike, also, I learned this lesson at mile 2 of my first marathon. If he doesn't need to get water, run at the opposite side of where the water stations are. Runners are messy, after they are done with the cup (s), they just throw them on the ground ::) ;D ;D ;D. The ground gets supper slick, I almost fell on my ass, so I learned that lesson quick
I directed him to this thread, and I appreciate all of the responses!
I have a small comment to make, re: running- is it my imagination, or is running gaining popularity in this country the last couple years?
Five years ago I didn't know ANYONE who ran, suddenly I have 4-5 family members who run, and their friends suddenly run as well. By run I mean marathons. Half marathons, full, in the mud etc. It just seems to be taking off right now. Or I am crazy, one of the two...
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I directed him to this thread, and I appreciate all of the responses!
I have a small comment to make, re: running- is it my imagination, or is running gaining popularity in this country the last couple years?
Five years ago I didn't know ANYONE who ran, suddenly I have 4-5 family members who run, and their friends suddenly run as well. By run I mean marathons. Half marathons, full, in the mud etc. It just seems to be taking off right now. Or I am crazy, one of the two...
I NEVER would of thought I'd enjoy running the way I do. Sure their are days I want to say "fuck it, don't feel like doing it" but I just go do it because I'd feel icky if I dont. I got the thought in my noggin to try a full marathon and it became quite fun. I can't speak for others, I just like the sense of accomplishment in finishing big runs.
It seems it has taken off, but that's not a bad thing
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Buddy read the thread, his response
"Thanks Mike, they all have some good info. They were asking some questions about me to help with their answers, so here is some of my info. Im 33, 5'11 190 and I'm trying to qualify for the Boston(sub 3:10). I have been training for about 6 months and done several long runs. The Gu packs make me sick so I'm trying to fine something that can give me carbs during the run that can replace the Gu. Since I'm pretty heavy for someone running a marathon at my height, I figure I need to replenish about 60 carbs an hour during the race."
Appreciated!
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Buddy read the thread, his response
"Thanks Mike, they all have some good info. They were asking some questions about me to help with their answers, so here is some of my info. Im 33, 5'11 190 and I'm trying to qualify for the Boston(sub 3:10). I have been training for about 6 months and done several long runs. The Gu packs make me sick so I'm trying to fine something that can give me carbs during the run that can replace the Gu. Since I'm pretty heavy for someone running a marathon at my height, I figure I need to replenish about 60 carbs an hour during the race."
Appreciated!
He's not heavy for someone running a marathon. My only advice for him, perhaps some type of bars he can stick in his pocket since the GU gel doesn't agree with him. Good luck..In case you don't know. Boston is a purist run..NO IPODS or anything allowed ::)
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I had a few pairs of Shox. Two were pretty good, the third was a terrible shoe. They have really thick, stiff soles which I don't think is optimal for long distance running. They're also really heavy for a running shoe.
These days I wear New Balances for running.
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Methyl Mike:
Tell your buddy to perform a "sweat test" run. Weigh himself naked, go run for an hour, come home and weigh in naked again. The weight loss is water. That will tell him how much he needs to take in per hour to hydrate during the race. Try to keep factors like paceN clothes and weather similar to expected race conditions during the sweat test. He will need to plan on not taking in more than 6 ounces of water at one time, or it will slosh around in his stomach.
If Gu bothers him, have him buy high carb jelly beans at a running store - easier to take in small amounts. Forget the carb bar suggestion.
You mention he's done "some long runs". He should understand that a good goal for a first marathon is just to finish. Under 3:10 and qualify for Boston is a lofty goal. Not trying to talk him out of going for it, but 3:10 is moving at a good clip.
Tell him to be careful with the water intake. It's probably the second biggest mistake new runners make. Too much can kill him also, so it can't just be a wild guess.
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Methyl Mike:
Tell your buddy to perform a "sweat test" run. Weigh himself naked, go run for an hour, come home and weigh in naked again. The weight loss is water. That will tell him how much he needs to take in per hour to hydrate during the race. Try to keep factors like paceN clothes and weather similar to expected race conditions during the sweat test. He will need to plan on not taking in more than 6 ounces of water at one time, or it will slosh around in his stomach.
If Gu bothers him, have him buy high carb jelly beans at a running store - easier to take in small amounts. Forget the carb bar suggestion.
You mention he's done "some long runs". He should understand that a good goal for a first marathon is just to finish. Under 3:10 and qualify for Boston is a lofty goal. Not trying to talk him out of going for it, but 3:10 is moving at a good clip.
Tell him to be careful with the water intake. It's probably the second biggest mistake new runners make. Too much can kill him also, so it can't just be a wild guess.
Will do. Much appreciated :D
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Buddy read the thread, his response
"Thanks Mike, they all have some good info. They were asking some questions about me to help with their answers, so here is some of my info. Im 33, 5'11 190 and I'm trying to qualify for the Boston(sub 3:10). I have been training for about 6 months and done several long runs. The Gu packs make me sick so I'm trying to fine something that can give me carbs during the run that can replace the Gu. Since I'm pretty heavy for someone running a marathon at my height, I figure I need to replenish about 60 carbs an hour during the race."
Appreciated!
You should consider Hammer Nutrition's "Hammer Gel". No refined sugars at all and no crap. Very mild on the stomach and not too many endurance athletes get GI distress from it. All flavors are very mild in taste and won't be hard to swallow if warm(serious. lol, no homo). Most other companies pack a lot of refined sugar and garbage(kind like glorified candy bars and jelly beans).
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Methyl Mike:
Tell your buddy to perform a "sweat test" run. Weigh himself naked, go run for an hour, come home and weigh in naked again. The weight loss is water. That will tell him how much he needs to take in per hour to hydrate during the race. Try to keep factors like paceN clothes and weather similar to expected race conditions during the sweat test. He will need to plan on not taking in more than 6 ounces of water at one time, or it will slosh around in his stomach.
If Gu bothers him, have him buy high carb jelly beans at a running store - easier to take in small amounts. Forget the carb bar suggestion.
You mention he's done "some long runs". He should understand that a good goal for a first marathon is just to finish. Under 3:10 and qualify for Boston is a lofty goal. Not trying to talk him out of going for it, but 3:10 is moving at a good clip.
Tell him to be careful with the water intake. It's probably the second biggest mistake new runners make. Too much can kill him also, so it can't just be a wild guess.
The jelly beans work but NOT in the middle of running, fucking things go everywhere (not that I would know ;D). Chopper Rider makes a very good point about the water, which is somewhat like I was saying before.
After the race, (I'm sure they will have food for the runners, or at least they should), grab at least 3 bananas. Help to prevent cramping up
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Good question. I have often wondered if the body have some way of adapting to running that is somthing "more" than simply calorie balance related. Eg, being light is very advantageous when running. Thus, does the body shed muscle mass as an adapative mechanism?
I would guess hormones could be an explanation. Running a lot reduces sex drive ;-/ and changes several hormone levels.
Do you have an opinion on this?
NN
I'm sure you can train the body to save muscle, especially if you eat enough protein or BCAA's before running. But you never hear Pro's doing lots of running as cardio. When I was running a lot my legs got skinny, but I never combined it with squats. Surely you can't be Ronnie Coleman and Gabreselassie at the same time, but I like to know how much you can do without compromizing the muscle.