Switching from maintenance to loss after endurance running

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igora_soma
igora_soma Posts: 486
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Hello!

I'm not sure the title of my thread really explains very well what I am hoping to find answers to. So here we go :)

I am less than four weeks away from my first marathon (could turn into a half due to injury). I have gained 8 pounds since I started really training in January, but I have stayed the same in inches.

My big day is May 6th and after that I plan on having a few rest days and then getting back onto the weight loss wagon.

Has anyone gone through this type of transition before and has any advice?

Thanks!

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  • Mollydolly10
    Mollydolly10 Posts: 431 Member
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    bump! Didn't gain that much weight, but just went through a similar thing!
  • Awkward30
    Awkward30 Posts: 1,927 Member
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    I recently ran a half marathon and kept hitting the wall in training because of my deficit... So I upped to maintenance for the last two weeks and then after a few weeks I went back to weight loss. Recalculated my calorie goal with my new weight and proceeded as I had done previously.
  • igora_soma
    igora_soma Posts: 486
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    bump
  • brandyk77
    brandyk77 Posts: 605 Member
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    After your recovery, drop you mileage but work in some interval training and watch those calories. During this time, your running might suffer but you will see some weight reduction.
  • tenunderfour
    tenunderfour Posts: 429 Member
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    I always gain weight when I'm marathon training. It's a real bummer, isn't it?? I mean when you are running 20 milers you should be able to eat whatever you want!!

    I agree with the previous poster..... drop back the mileage a bit, add some speedwork, and be careful with diet. It will come off again. I also have found after my previous marathons that I was really ready for some cross training after the big race. I had my fill of running!! So maybe add some biking or fitness classes to mix it up a bit.

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