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    Miles Ran to Bugs Ingested (ratio)

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    • Posts: 2,131 Member
      edited May 2015
      WhatMeRunning wrote: »
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      I think it's like in fishing, the larger the net...

      Couldn't resist.

      B)

      Nope, I had a tank top on, but leaning over the handlebars just left too much open to the outside world. Either I need a higher tank top or smaller boobs.
    • Posts: 4,537 Member
      JTick wrote: »
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      B)

      Nope, I had a tank top on, but leaning over the handlebars just left too much open to the outside world. Either I need a higher tank top or smaller boobs.

      Don't we all, girlfriend.
    • Posts: 4,298 Member
      These stats will depend largely on where you run and when.

      On long runs, I run around a lake, often around sunrise. If it's windy or cool, the bugs mostly stay away. If it's not, there are the occasional swarms of gnats. Not only can I be guaranteed to have sucked down at least two by the end of the run, I am also guaranteed to have a mini-fleet of them stuck to the sweat above my neckline.
    • Posts: 127 Member
      I love this thread. I am not a seasoned runner by any means and am constantly wondering if I am the only one who inhales gnats. ALL THE TIME. I can't avoid those hovering clouds where I run. One less thing to be insecure about on my runs as now I know I'm NOT the only one! :smiley:
    • Posts: 5,481 Member
      Not sure whether I have swallowed any bugs, but I definitely had an eye kill!! ;)
    • Posts: 3,472 Member
      During about 4 months of marathon training I ended up with only 1 bug in my eye (he stayed there for nearly 2 hours...).
      I think fewer than 5 ended up in my mouth during that time.
    • Posts: 1,883 Member
      kristinegift wrote: »
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      This is the worrrrrrst. I've had my fair share of post-run showers when I'm picking bugs off my skin. Ick!

      Agreed... I do tend to run less by the river during part of the year.

      Next time I do I will put up a profile pic showing the fine accumulation of tiny bugs all over me. The things we do for fun and fitness!
    • Posts: 2,402 Member
      do bugs ingested impact your daily calories? You should log them :)
    • Posts: 1,895 Member
      It would appear someone added "gnat" to the MFP food database, although I question the calorie count submitted :)
    • Posts: 2,668 Member
      Is there a formula for bugs stuck in eyeballs? Those tiny no-see-ums congregate in packs and I don't realize they're there until I am in the middle of the cloud.

      Oh I also need a formula for bugs stuck in chapstick. See above.

      Thanks
    • Posts: 2,668 Member
      MissLaaber wrote: »
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      Thankfully these Geese aren't at that point, the nests are closer to the river's edge but they sure do hiss at you. Buggers.
      I lamented about this the other day and didn't get an answer: I need someone to explain why there are called Canada Geese. Canadians are known for being friendly and polite. Geese are just a-holes and don't represent us Canucks AT ALL. Am confused.

    • Posts: 1,883 Member
      LOL Canada Geese are imposters.

      Sorry.

      Sorry.

      Sorry!
    • Posts: 2,668 Member
      mwyvr wrote: »
      LOL Canada Geese are imposters.

      Sorry.

      Sorry.

      Sorry!
      :lol:

    • Posts: 1,883 Member
      Inspired by the Gnat entry... I have added No-see-ums / Midgies / Sandflies to the food database. For many of us, 'tis the season to ingest them!

      http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/update_nutrition_facts/195994609?date=2015-05-13&show_controls=true
    • Posts: 14,464 Member
      Canada Geese are authentic. They fly south for the winter.
    • Posts: 2,668 Member
      jgnatca wrote: »
      Canada Geese are authentic. They fly south for the winter.
      I just spit out my Timmie's :lol:

    • Posts: 2,402 Member
      edited May 2015
      mwyvr wrote: »
      Inspired by the Gnat entry... I have added No-see-ums / Midgies / Sandflies to the food database. For many of us, 'tis the season to ingest them!

      http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/update_nutrition_facts/195994609?date=2015-05-13&show_controls=true

      hahaha

      log EVERYTHING!

      Now we have another question to ask folks who aren't losing... did you log the bugs you inadvertently consume?

      Or advertently for that matter.
    • Posts: 1,883 Member
      Yup, log everything. With this sandfly entry in hand, I'm sticking to my no-excuses motto!
    • Posts: 187 Member
      I don't run, just can't. I bike and live in a semi-rural area. Even on my shortest rides of 3 miles I get at least a few bugs swallowed. Mostly due to cranking up 10+% grade hills in my area. By the time I'm at the top the in through the nose out the mouth breathing routine is out the window. I will have to start logging that protein now that I know it is in the database. LMAO!

      The really fun part is dodging the bag worms hanging on their silk thread and traffic at the same time. Sort of like running a high stakes slalom race. LoL!


      JTick wrote: »

      B)

      Nope, I had a tank top on, but leaning over the handlebars just left too much open to the outside world. Either I need a higher tank top or smaller boobs.

      As a lifetime friend of those blessed naturally by a lesser endowment. I vote for a lower tank top and/or smaller boobs.

      As everyone turns away from the perv in the room. :blush:
    • Posts: 264 Member
      Today's stats:

      Miles ran: 5
      Bugs ingested: 4.5 (coughed out a big one, but I'm fairly certain I ate his wings. He put up a hell of a fight.)

      It's far worse on the bike. I lose count of those snacks. However, I inevitably get nailed by at least one bee every couple weeks. That's a good time.

    • Posts: 1,883 Member
      I logged 3 No-see-ums / sandflies on my 14km jaunt along the lake today. Three whole calories!
    • Posts: 4,537 Member
      I was lucky this morning. 5 miles at 5:00a but it was brisk enough that there were not swarms of bugs. Count today as a win!
    • Posts: 1,895 Member
      I was picking gnats out of my teeth after yesterday's ride...
    • Posts: 2,113 Member
      D*mmit. 5 mile run today and 3 bugs eaten. Yuck.
    • Posts: 1,883 Member
      It's clear this thread is going to continue on a looong time. It will only get grosser from here.

      Contest: Largest bug swallowed, starts today. File your entries, the winner gets eternal glory.
    • Posts: 4,537 Member
      mwyvr wrote: »
      It's clear this thread is going to continue on a looong time. It will only get grosser from here.

      Contest: Largest bug swallowed, starts today. File your entries, the winner gets eternal glory.

      When's does the contest end?
    • Posts: 1,018 Member
      Damn it. Why wasn't this information included in the "So you want to start running" stickie? I spent all winter running on a treadmill and my first run outdoors surprised me with bug filled treats. As a mouth breather, I see no way around this either.
    • Posts: 187 Member
      _incogNEATo_ wrote: »
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      When's does the contest end?

      When someone swallows a bat accidentally on a run or ride, I'm guessing. LMAO!!!
    • Posts: 752 Member
      I honestly haven't worked up to running yet... But this thread thoroughly amused me.
    • Posts: 343 Member
      edited May 2015
      Yeahhh I am pretty sure they need to add bugs to the "add food" button because I have swallowed some while riding my bike. Those little annoying gnats get in my hair and eye lashes too. I try not to talk while on the bike but my kids like to ride with me which is an added 100 lbs combined to my work out but how many calories should I add for them do you think?


      Edit: Oops didn't read half the posts someone already suggested this. I am slow sorry!
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