Question for long distance runners! (From a newbie)

_runnerbean_

I eat a bowl of porridge made with almond milk two hours before a race or long run. Sometimes it means setting the alarm early but it works for me. I couldn't stomach eggs before a run but obviously try different things to see what works for you.

SaritaWolf

Thanks everyone. I am definitely going to rethink how I am doing things. My health and fitness is more important to me than my body weight.

sarabushby

Please do have a go at switching the eggs for some carbs like a jam sandwich pre-run. The fat and protein of the eggs are not your bodies preferred fuel for running, you might feel a lot more energy if you have some relatively quick release carbs and continue to use your during-run nutrition too.

If you're worried about gastro-intestinal issues mid-run then for races or long runs just avoid having too much Fibre in the lead up. E.g. For 24hrs prior to a longer distance event I will swap my brown bread / pasta for white and swap whole fruit for juice or indeed reduce fruit & veg consumption altogether. Just to play it safe you know. I am not a Bear and therefore have no desire to have to 'you know what' in the woods!