alcohol and exercise

binknbaby

Ok, so on my own principles/boundaries I never actually get drunk. But if, perchance, I have a glass of wine with/after dinner, and then work out maybe 30-40 minutes later, is that problematic? I wouldn't if I was tipsy or feeling unsteady in any way--I'm mainly asking about the alcohol content in my blood. With my heart rate raised, will it cause any problems?

angelams1019

I'm not professional but I think you would be FINE to do it. Would I want to? No way! lol

HJCsDaddy

Ok, so on my own principles/boundaries I never actually get drunk. But if, perchance, I have a glass of wine with/after dinner, and then work out maybe 30-40 minutes later, is that problematic? I wouldn't if I was tipsy or feeling unsteady in any way--I'm mainly asking about the alcohol content in my blood. With my heart rate raised, will it cause any problems?

I am not an expert by no means, but in the running world there are actual races that include downing a beer for every mile or kilometer of a race. Not to mention softball players play drunk all the time.

With that being said, it's pretty counter productive.

Run_Forever

This could be a tricky question. I am not an expert but I would think you would be okay with just 1 glass of wine. Do you have a heart rate monitor ?

sgtdub555

First were are these races with the beer. I NEED TO KNOW NOW. I am serious running would be a new passion if that were the case.

Any on to your thing I am no expert either but i did it for years in the military never hurt. Alcohol does thin your blood a bit so who knows maybe it helps. As long as you are not doing it every time you should be fine.

NOW the races where are they!

HJCsDaddy

First were are these races with the beer. I NEED TO KNOW NOW. I am serious running would be a new passion if that were the case.

Any on to your thing I am no expert either but i did it for years in the military never hurt. Alcohol does thin your blood a bit so who knows maybe it helps. As long as you are not doing it every time you should be fine.

NOW the races where are they!

Hahaha, they're everywhere. Google Beer Running or beer marathons and sign up!

Run_Forever

Beer races sound so awesome. I haven't actually done one yet but I can't wait. There's even a Crispy Creme race.

binknbaby

Ok, so on my own principles/boundaries I never actually get drunk. But if, perchance, I have a glass of wine with/after dinner, and then work out maybe 30-40 minutes later, is that problematic? I wouldn't if I was tipsy or feeling unsteady in any way--I'm mainly asking about the alcohol content in my blood. With my heart rate raised, will it cause any problems?

I am not an expert by no means, but in the running world there are actual races that include downing a beer for every mile or kilometer of a race. Not to mention softball players play drunk all the time.

With that being said, it's pretty counter productive.

Counter-productive how? Because of the calories? That's not really an issue for me. I'm consistently below my goal (though usually unintentionally--just not that hungry...) even before I workout. If anything I need to find ways to add cals. LOL

This could be a tricky question. I am not an expert but I would think you would be okay with just 1 glass of wine. Do you have a heart rate monitor ?

No, I don't... Not yet, anyhow.

HJCsDaddy

Ok, so on my own principles/boundaries I never actually get drunk. But if, perchance, I have a glass of wine with/after dinner, and then work out maybe 30-40 minutes later, is that problematic? I wouldn't if I was tipsy or feeling unsteady in any way--I'm mainly asking about the alcohol content in my blood. With my heart rate raised, will it cause any problems?

I am not an expert by no means, but in the running world there are actual races that include downing a beer for every mile or kilometer of a race. Not to mention softball players play drunk all the time.

With that being said, it's pretty counter productive.

Counter-productive how? Because of the calories? That's not really an issue for me. I'm consistently below my goal (though usually unintentionally--just not that hungry...) even before I workout. If anything I need to find ways to add cals. LOL

This could be a tricky question. I am not an expert but I would think you would be okay with just 1 glass of wine. Do you have a heart rate monitor ?

No, I don't... Not yet, anyhow.

Because, personally, when I would drink, my motivation goes by the wayside and I then don't work out and drink instead. Like I said, I am no expert, just giving my opinion.

Run_Forever

If you have a heart rate monitor I was thinking you could monitor your hr on a day where you don't have any alcohol and then on a day where you do have some and compare. I really don't think you'll see much of a difference and if you do see a difference it could be so many other factors such as fatigue level that day, calorie intake...etc

angelams1019

Beer races sound so awesome. I haven't actually done one yet but I can't wait. There's even a Crispy Creme race.

hahahaha I met someone that did the krispy kreme 5K and he said he was the worst/hardest thing he's ever done in his life! :laugh:

And hes a regular marathon runner!

RepsnSets

Ok, so on my own principles/boundaries I never actually get drunk. But if, perchance, I have a glass of wine with/after dinner, and then work out maybe 30-40 minutes later, is that problematic? I wouldn't if I was tipsy or feeling unsteady in any way--I'm mainly asking about the alcohol content in my blood. With my heart rate raised, will it cause any problems?

I am not an expert by no means, but in the running world there are actual races that include downing a beer for every mile or kilometer of a race. Not to mention softball players play drunk all the time.

With that being said, it's pretty counter productive.

Oi! Not all softballers play drunk

KarenJanine

Plenty of people drink to get drunk every weekend then spend hours dancing. I'm pretty sure you'll be fine.