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 2006-02-23 8:40 AM |
Expert  707   Kansas |  Subject: 35 mile run foodIn two weeks I’m running 35 miles self supported, my original plan was to run on our local trail system but the logistics of hiding food every so many miles is a hassle right now due to my busy schedule. But this morning I decided instead of the trail system I would run the 4 mile loop around my house 9 times. (ok I know 9x4=36… I graduated high school by the skin on my teeth) This leads me to my question… what sort of food should I place @ the 4 mile mark? I know the standard bananas, grapes, water, Gatorade,…. But what else? Give me something creative that will involve a huge amounts of prep time. Eric |
| 2006-02-23 8:44 AM in reply to: #352793 |
Queen BTich 12411  , | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food Snickers Marathon bars are good, fig newtons too (if you can stomach them, many can't). Candy is a good treat too. Others on the site that have done ultras will have more suggestions for you. |
| 2006-02-23 8:46 AM in reply to: #352793 |
Elite 3650  Laurium, MI | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food no prep time....but the best thing I've found for that sort of thing is gel. 9 4 miles loops? You'll drive yourself bananas |
| 2006-02-23 8:51 AM in reply to: #352798 |
Expert 707 Kansas | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food bananas... ha ha.... yeah it may be hard mentally but overall it's the safer choice for me. vortmax - 2006-02-23 8:46 AM no prep time....but the best thing I've found for that sort of thing is gel. 9 4 miles loops? You'll drive yourself bananas |
| 2006-02-23 9:03 AM in reply to: #352793 |
Veteran 133 Washington DC | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food Bananas AND loopy! Don't forget your salty snacks... pretzels, pickles (sounds weird but our marathon runners love 'em), PB&J quarters are good... some candy is nice for long runs...
and of course, the ever-delicious and nutritious Gu |
| 2006-02-23 9:11 AM in reply to: #352793 |
Queen BTich 12411 , | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food Yes, pretzels and pickles. Those are good. Lots of salt. |
| 2006-02-23 9:13 AM in reply to: #352793 |
Pro 4545 Orange Park Florida | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food GU it up! What have you been eating on your training runs prior? Stick with what worked on those. At least doing loops you are never too far away from food or a place to get rid of it. Hydrate!!!!!!! |
| 2006-02-23 9:17 AM in reply to: #352809 |
Expert 707 Kansas | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food PB&J's I forgot about that one..... thanks..... The thing about me is that around 20-23 miles I get soooooo hungry that I contemplate quitting… this year I’m going eat more before the race instead of my standard Cliff bar and water. I need to change tr3crabby - 2006-02-23 9:03 AM Bananas AND loopy! Don't forget your salty snacks... pretzels, pickles (sounds weird but our marathon runners love 'em), PB&J quarters are good... some candy is nice for long runs...
and of course, the ever-delicious and nutritious Gu |
| 2006-02-23 9:23 AM in reply to: #352823 |
| Elite 3650 Laurium, MI | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food ott13979 - 2006-02-23 8:17 AM The thing about me is that around 20-23 miles I get soooooo hungry that I contemplate quitting… well just eat more silly. I think 200 cal per hour is the magic number and I've heard that on runs that long, you want to be taking in protein as well. I don't know if the protein in the peanut butter is enough or not. |
| 2006-02-23 9:25 AM in reply to: #352828 |
Queen BTich 12411 , | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food vortmax - 2006-02-23 10:23 AM [well just eat more silly. I think 200 cal per hour is the magic number and I've heard that on runs that long, you want to be taking in protein as well. I don't know if the protein in the peanut butter is enough or not. The Snickers bars have protien too. |
| 2006-02-23 9:27 AM in reply to: #352831 |
Expert 707 Kansas | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food Do you just deal with it, block it out, think of that big ____ that you will eat after the race, ? Comet - 2006-02-23 9:25 AM vortmax - 2006-02-23 10:23 AM [well just eat more silly. I think 200 cal per hour is the magic number and I've heard that on runs that long, you want to be taking in protein as well. I don't know if the protein in the peanut butter is enough or not. The Snickers bars have protien too. |
| 2006-02-23 9:29 AM in reply to: #352793 |
Extreme Veteran 760 Provo, UT (my heart is in Seattle) | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food How about steak and eggs? That would be some fun food at about mile 24  |
| 2006-02-23 9:31 AM in reply to: #352834 |
Expert 707 Kansas | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food funny you say that.... I'm a huge fan of steak/egg.... I'm also a fan of cold pizza... Drewwhite - 2006-02-23 9:29 AM How about steak and eggs? That would be some fun food at about mile 24 |
| 2006-02-23 10:05 AM in reply to: #352833 |
Queen BTich 12411 , | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food ott13979 - 2006-02-23 10:27 AM Do you just deal with it, block it out, think of that big ____ that you will eat after the race, ? I have to have a hamburger after a race. I crave them so much its scary. I haven't done an ultra yet, but I've eaten marathon bars during marathons and those help. |
 2006-02-23 10:32 AM in reply to: #352793 |
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| 2006-02-23 10:56 AM in reply to: #352793 |
| Expert 822 | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food At my first and so-far only ultra earlier this month, the best thing was boiled red potatoes cut in fourths dipped in a separate container of salt. Also pretzels were good. Fig newtons. Sprite. Coke. Payday candy bars. Gu and electrolyte/carb+protein drink. Lots of water. And a large dose of determination. Afterwards, I had a hot dog and my recovery drink. I think it's a great idea to do a loop. My ultra was a 3.3 mi loop course with 2 aid stations. It worked out really well and made it easy for the volunteers. Remember to take some things with you when you head out. A 4-mile stretch is a long way to go during a long run without anything. Good luck! Mike |
| 2006-02-23 11:03 AM in reply to: #352922 |
| Expert 707 Kansas | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food Do you think I should put another aid station in my loop? (fyi: the loop is in a secluded part of the city that rarely gets any traffic)
ellismichael - 2006-02-23 10:56 AM At my first and so-far only ultra earlier this month, the best thing was boiled red potatoes cut in fourths dipped in a separate container of salt. Also pretzels were good. Fig newtons. Sprite. Coke. Payday candy bars. Gu and electrolyte/carb+protein drink. Lots of water. And a large dose of determination. Afterwards, I had a hot dog and my recovery drink. I think it's a great idea to do a loop. My ultra was a 3.3 mi loop course with 2 aid stations. It worked out really well and made it easy for the volunteers. Remember to take some things with you when you head out. A 4-mile stretch is a long way to go during a long run without anything. Good luck! Mike |
| 2006-02-23 11:44 AM in reply to: #352938 |
| Expert 822 | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food It's up to you. You'd probably be fine with just what you usually use to carry food/drink with you on your long runs. If you want that "just in case" coverage, if it were me, I'd probably put one of those 2.5 gallon jugs of water and a bag of pretzels out there; maybe some gel, maybe a folding chair. Mike ott13979 - 2006-02-23 9:03 AM Do you think I should put another aid station in my loop? (fyi: the loop is in a secluded part of the city that rarely gets any traffic) |
| 2006-02-23 8:28 PM in reply to: #352970 |
| Expert 900 Austin, TX | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food I'm thinking you may want medical personnel on hand if you're going to go 35 miles. Make sure you have plenty of hydration, and it probably wouldn't hurt to add some salt tabs (like Endurolytes) as well. |
| 2006-02-23 8:42 PM in reply to: #352793 |
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| 2006-02-23 8:43 PM in reply to: #352793 |
| Expert 1205 Herndon VA | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food I like trail mix. You know peanuts, M&MS, raisins, chex mix, kind of thing. Easy to chew and salty with a mix of carbs and protein. Ernie |
| 2006-02-23 8:59 PM in reply to: #352793 |
| Expert 957 | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food You can also try gummy bears and smarties. They have gotten my through many a race. |
| 2006-02-23 9:40 PM in reply to: #352793 |
| Queen BTich 12411 , | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food If you have only one station, something in the middle is a good idea like these guys said. One of my favorite 'treats' during a marathon and long tri's between gu's and aid stations is peppermints and spearmints. The sweet and mint is refreshing without tasting too sugary (important for me over the course of 4-5 hours). GOOD LUCK! |
| 2006-02-24 7:34 AM in reply to: #353482 |
| Expert 707 Kansas | Subject: RE: 35 mile run food There is something about doing the self supported stuff (tri's, running, biking, etc...) that just get my blood pumping. I like races but I like proving to myself that I can physical / mentally overcome the miles alone, I guess that’s why I struggle with having a running buddy. Let’s look at the list shall we: (Food) (Supplies) Any thoughts on supplies? |
| 2006-02-24 10:48 AM in reply to: #353590 |
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