Runners runs...

Not sure I'd use it for a 10k, but with long runs imodium instants are your friend. I always make I've "been" first, seems I've trained my body quite well to go within 20mins of getting up, and then if it's anything over a couple of hours running I'll take an instant.

Great job that's a solid pace.

I was reading this thread last week stressing out cause I had a 13km race on Sunday. I normally only run 5-6kms. I did a 8km on Mothers Day (Australia) and the last bit was downhill and I was keeping good pace until I started leaking, I had to slow down considerably to stop it. I didnt even end up going after I finished the race. I tried to find proper incontinence underwear locally with no luck as they only had the disposable ones and they would be obvious under tights I reckon.

Sundays race was longer although it didnt finish downhill so I expected issues, morning routine including volume of liquids was the same. The race was fine, I ended up wearing a pair of bike pants under my running shorts just in case. The only thing I could figure was my bladder/body may have been tired as the day before the previous race I'd been on my feet all day running a stall which also involved holding my bladder when I was too busy serving to be able to visit the ladies. Or the bike pants made a difference in supporting my tummy muscles. Either way I dont know what made the difference but I was glad whatever it was worked.

Not an expert here, just an enthusiastic jogger. I’m wondering if you are getting ischemic colitis. Basically the intensity of your run might be a little too much for your fitness. Blood rushes to your tummy, and you get cramps and the need to poop.

Aside from hydration and food, personally I would try your next long run at 30s-1m slower than your usual pace, and see if it clears up. Your speed will increase as your endurance improves.

I definitely find the topography of my runs affects me. Going uphill - fine. On a level - fine. Downhill - need the loo. I’d echo those people who recommending you “go” before you go. Even then I still something have to walk.

Avidkeo wrote: »

GrumpyHeadmistress wrote: »

I definitely find the topography of my runs affects me. Going uphill - fine. On a level - fine. Downhill - need the loo. I’d echo those people who recommending you “go” before you go. Even then I still something have to walk.

hmmm interesting. most of my runs tend to be on the flat. The first time I experienced this was on a completely flat circuit. I'm wondering about the ischemic colitis mentioned earlier, because this run was definitely a slower pace than usual.

Intriguing! I’ve never heard of ischemic colitis before so will research.