Not to be gross, but running involves a lot of grossness for me. While I have no desire to stop the farmer blows or the spitting (I do try to avoid being seen while doing this), I sure would like to be able to avoid the runs after I run.
This only happens when I go long distances-- like today I ran a 10 miler and now I am in cramp-city. Anything over 40-50 minutes causes stomach distress. This happened after my first half marathon as well.
Before my run today I ate a granola bar and part of a banana and then drank about 2 cups of water. During my run I drank water (about a bottle full) and had some GU, but it doesn't seem to matter what I eat. I haven't done tons of long runs before now and as I get ready for my first marathon I'm wondering if there's a way to stop this unpleasant situation.
Any tips?
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Try taking Imodium before your run. It works great for me for those longer distances.
I was also going to say Immodium.
Also, try limiting your fiber before your run.
I had to start only taking Gu's that didn't have caffeine.
How much time are you leaving between when you finish eating and when you set out on your run? I have to wait about 45-60 mins, which is about the time it takes for things to "pass through" completely. Otherwise, you're jostling your stomach and intestines during digestion, which is probably a significant contributor to your problem.
I also agree w/Ang that caffeine can be a pretty harsh diuretic for some people. Seems like Gu only makes a few non-caffeinated flavors, though.
Good luck!
Yes def try Immodium.... I take it quit often during those long runs and especially on race day.
I also think that the immodium works well-I've had alot of other runners suggest that too. I am also very careful about what I eat before I run...and even the night before.
Thanks for the warning, I'm just getting started. I tend to spit a lot when running also, any way of preventing that? www.familyrussell.blogspot.com
I've done the Immodium thing before a marathon. It seems to help.
i plan my runs so that i will run past a gas station between 9 and 13 miles, just in case. GU cramps me up like crazy. i really like shot bloks. i take one every 10 or so minutes after the first hour. i found one meal that didn't make me "run" and i ate it every friday night before my long runs when i trained for a marathon.
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