For my 11-mile run at 8 am tomorrow, should I eat anything first?
Courage ! Do one brave thing today...then run like hell.
One day at a time
Prince of Fatness
Hi Marsha - just wanted to say I totally agree with Simon about gels for a HM - completely unnecessary. Just make sure you are properly fuelled before the race.
Not at it at all.
Thanks everyone for their suggestions about fueling during runs. I do eat oatmeal about 3 hrs before my runs. I think I'll stick with alternating water and sports drinks for this Saturday's race/run. Happy running to all!
Well, I ended up not eating anything this morning, because I wasn't hungry at all. The conditions were perfect - 50 degrees, sunny, and slightly breezy. The run went great! My running partner and I ran from my house all the way through the town of Yarmouth and back again. She made her planned 9 miles, and then I went on for another 2. Those last 2 were challenging, but my Garmin helped get me through it. I feel really good right now, which is different than last week. Running an HM is seeming more possible now!!
LPH
"Today I broke my record for most consecutive days lived!"
Thanks, guys! LPH, I've signed up for the Maine Coast Marathon on September 21 in York, Maine. All women, except for one guy who gets in through a lottery. I'm looking forward to it!
Oops, It's the Maine Coast Half Marathon! Getting ahead of myself. Your race is coming right up, Larry. Sounds like a good one!