I keep trying to run nine miles, to break my record of eight mile. I usually have some of my mom's spaghetti to carb up.
However, when I reach mile eight, my palms get sweaty, my knees get weak, and my arms get heavy. I then notice that I have already left vomit on my sweater.
Does anyone know what I should do!?? Should I just let things slip?? Need help
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.Lol!!! I'm surprised nobody else got the Eminem "8 Mile" reference!
Alvingo1
Level 7
Aug 8, 2018
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I'm going to assume you're running at least 5 days a week, if not you should be-6 would be better. vary your distances-2 miles then 5 miles then 3 miles then 6 miles then 2 miles then your long run, then a day off-just some walking. Don't jump from 8 to 9 miles, do 8.5 miles for a while, get used to the distance for a while, then move up a little at a time. And go a little slower for the long run, your energy will last longer. The miles during the week will build your base, which from the sounds of it you need. Do your carb load the night before, doing it the day of is useless, just some fruit or light carbs about 5-6 hours before long run, you want an empty stomach. And keep hydrated, and stretch a lot. BTW-when I was your age I was doing 70-90 miles a week, so if you have any questions please ask, I'll be glad to help.
EricJones
Level 8
July 7, 2018
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Keep going but don't push yourself too hard! Try drinking more water and possibly try a different kind of carb to use for your carb load. Also it's easy to take in too many carbs that will weigh you down on your run. You really don't need a huge meal for a longer run. I keep my dishes to 2 servings of pasta max plus maybe a slice of bread for tomato sauce. Trying practicing variations of kinds of food and the amounts of food in conjunction with shorter runs so that you can feel out how your body reacts. After the 10 mile mark your body gets dehydrated and plan your run along stops where you can have a small intake of water to keep you going.
LoveLivingLife
Level 4
June 25, 2018
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Also never give up on achieving your goals!!!
What he said and isn't that stuff normal for I'm about that distance in running. I mean marathoners poo poo and pee pee themselves regularly. It is the dark secret of the running world LOL that and the guy who literally the book on running , entitled ironically enough running , died of a heart attack while running
Have a United States Marine D.I. hang out around the beginning of mile 8 to shriek motivation at you for miles 8 and 9! You'll make it easy! I repeat EASY!
I was always amazed at how much I could do with a screaming staff sergeant or gunnery sergeant screaming behind me when I was in AOCS! (Aviation Officer Candidate School, like the movie An Officer And A Gentleman)
Quattrostagione
Level 5
June 24, 2018
0
Sounds like you are admirably pushing yourself to a goal! I like working towards goals...how soon after you eat are you running? I can't eat hours before any strenuous workout...maybe if you ate your carbs at dinner the night before it would help. I also find tomato based things seem to upset my stomach...a friend told me to drink a glass of bicarbonate soda to cut the acid and it seems to help. Drink plenty of water ahead, too...if you get thirsty, it is too late...good luck...listen to your body, but keep on pushing the limits...you will see your goal met with your determination to overcome any physical obstacles.
thinktwice
Level 8
June 24, 2018
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What is the point of nine versus eight? If it's just a number, perhaps you should re-think whether it's worth it. Your body is telling you something.
If the nine miles is part of a broader fitness goal, consider another way to get there. I can't run well but can hop on a Concept2 rower and bang out a half marathon just about any time. FInd what works for you. Running too far doesn't seem to be it.
One other item: I never carb load, since I eat few carbs.
Mitch07102
Level 8
June 24, 2018
1
What's the point of nine versus eight?
I have either one shot or one opportunity to seize everything I've ever wanted in one moment.
Now would you capture that, or let it slip?
This is what I am faced with.
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