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2014-02-16 8:29 PM |
8 | Subject: Timing I know there are many articles out there regarding a meal plan. I am currently training for a half marathon (I know that this is a tri website but I eventually would like to do my first tri). Are there any suggestions to the timing of eating? For example, if I were to train at 6AM in the morning, should I eat my breakfast before that? When should the latest I should eat? I will also be adding a strength training routine as well. Mainly focusing on aerobic gains. Thank you for your time investment into my question! -JD |
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2014-02-23 6:47 AM in reply to: jdibiase82 |
Master 8247 Eugene, Oregon | Subject: RE: Timing This pretty much just depends on the individual. Many people are fine with nothing, or just coffee or water, before a shorter early AM run of 30-60 minutes. There's some evidence that this kind of "fasted training" may be helpful if you're trying to lose weight; it might also help your body more efficiently burn fat in a long race like a marathon. It also saves time! But some runners don't feel right, or even get nauseous, without eating a bit first. For longer runs (over 45-60 minutes), most people do want something in their system before starting. What and when you eat pretty much depends on you. I have a couple of things that I can eat as close as ten minutes before heading out the door ( a small bowl of oatmeal, or an oat or rice-based granola or energy bar, coffee) with no ill effects. Anything wheat-based, and I will need an hour or more before I run. Anything with a lot of protein or fat, like eggs or peanut butter, and it's going to be even longer. You just have to experiment and see how you feel best. It took me a long time to work out the issue with wheat--normally I don't have any problem with it, but it consistently upsets my stomach if I eat it too close to running, esp. for hard efforts. So if something doesn't seem right, you might try eliminating common culprits such as wheat or dairy from your pre-run meal, even if you normally don't notice any intolerance to them. |
2014-03-03 12:59 PM in reply to: jdibiase82 |
Subject: RE: Timing Yes, it's quite individual. I rarely eat before an early AM workout, however will always try to eat soon after to get started on glycogen replenishment as I almost always train twice a day. If I'm feeling hungry before an early workout, I might have a piece of fruit just to put a little something in my stomach. Research has hinted that if you're not doing double days, timing of food is less important as total amount throughout the day. |
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