RunningAHEAD - Topic: When to Hydrate on Long Runs? How far is too far w/o water? (page 2)

Figbash

posted: 5/13/2008 at 12:53 AM

The only way to know for sure how much water you are losing is to weigh yourself before and after a run. I've lost as much as 8 pounds on a 20 plus mile run, that's a gallon of water. If you lose that much on a run without replacing it you'll likely be performance compromised and probably looking at serious dehydration symptoms as well. I generally take a liter of water after the first 5 miles and alternate between liters of sports drink and water every 5 miles after. You'll need some sports drink to replace lost electrolytes and experience will tell you how much. Tom

Gopher Snail

posted: 5/13/2008 at 12:59 AM

I always run with a camelback filled with Chocolate Ovaltine. Clowning around

jscovill

posted: 5/13/2008 at 1:16 AM

Quote from Gopher Snail on 5/13/2008 at 12:59 AM:

I always run with a camelback filled with Chocolate Ovaltine.

why?

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Bonkin

posted: 5/13/2008 at 9:23 AM

Quote from Gopher Snail on 5/13/2008 at 12:59 AM:

I always run with a camelback filled with Chocolate Ovaltine.

Seriously. And who doesn't.

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Eustace Tierney

YoYo

posted: 5/13/2008 at 9:32 AM

I read somewhere it was a waste of time taking water during a run as short as a 10k. Hence I never drink during a run. Never do more than 11m though. Any comments?

"The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare." Goals: Keep on running!

C-R

posted: 5/13/2008 at 9:50 AM

Quote from Eustace Tierney on 5/13/2008 at 9:32 AM:

I read somewhere it was a waste of time taking water during a run as short as a 10k. Hence I never drink during a run. Never do more than 11m though. Any comments?

Not sure I agree with that statment as it depends on weather conditions, speed, body type, health that day, and so on. While living in Alabama, we used to get 95/95 (heat/humidity) and there was no way I could do a hard run without something to drink along the way. Up here in the central Midwest, 6 miles without water is standard for me year round. But that's just me. Blanket rules and generalizations are just that - a cover. We need to pay attention to what our bodies say we need for fuel and hydration. Ok the soap box is clear for the next person...... Big grin

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Ileneforward

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posted: 5/13/2008 at 10:03 AM

It all depends on the heat and humidity of that day, and the individual runner's sweat rate. And how dehydrated you start the run. You may need to start drinking water in the first 20 feet!!!

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Eustace Tierney

YoYo

posted: 5/13/2008 at 11:47 AM

How long does it take for fluids to start working once taken. Could it be 30 - 40 mins (a 10k race)?

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digitalguy3

posted: 5/13/2008 at 4:50 PM

I carry one 8oz bottle on a fuel belt and 2 if going on a long run. I would rather have it and not need it, than, need it and not have it. Your body will tell you when it is time for a drink. Bob

JakeKnight

posted: 5/13/2008 at 5:02 PM

Quote from Eustace Tierney on 5/13/2008 at 9:32 AM:

I read somewhere it was a waste of time taking water during a run as short as a 10k. Hence I never drink during a run. Never do more than 11m though. Any comments?

In training, in heat, you should drink early and often. Obviously. As for your 10k theory, there's an awful big problem with it. Specifically, some folks do a 10-k in half an hour. Some take an hour and a half. The former probably skip the water; the latter better not in hot weather. The issue isn't distance but time and effort and temperature. At my pace, I don't see much point in water stations in 5ks and 10ks, unless its 100+ degrees. And I'm not very fast. But I've run with people who complained about "only" having 1 stop in a 5-k. So each to his own, I guess. Some folks get thirsty. Plus, that all-you-can-drink free Gatorade is a pretty sweet deal.

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Bugs

posted: 5/24/2008 at 9:27 PM

I take water on most runs, mostly because my stomach can handle it in races better. I do this more so my stomach is use to me guzzling on the run than any other reason. The practice does make a difference.

Bugs

Chris_So_Cal

posted: 5/24/2008 at 11:46 PM

Quote from Gopher Snail on 5/13/2008 at 12:59 AM:

I always run with a camelback filled with Chocolate Ovaltine.

Remember for contractual reasons you must say RICH Chocolate Ovaltine.

A7son7

posted: 5/25/2008 at 2:00 AM

I do not drink nothing under 1.5h runs, even if it is hot and humid. But, I love to water my head, upper body and feet (shoes) as often as possible when it is really hot.

Carps10

posted: 5/26/2008 at 2:13 PM

I don't really drink water while running. there really isn't any need as long as you're hydrated before you start. but i barely sweat anyway.

Squeaky

Jazz hands!

posted: 5/26/2008 at 3:10 PM

How long does water take to absorb into your system? I usually drink about 8oz ten minutes before I head out, but is that doing me any good? Should I be drinking it an hour before?

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