Comments on: Marathon Training: Long Run Hydration https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html Running Shoes, Gear Reviews, and Posts on the Science of the Sport Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:37:00 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.11 By: Aaron Olson https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-874358292 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-874358292 Great post. I recently ran a 20 miler w no water and felt great. We need far less than we have been led to believe. Anton Krupicka goes 4-5 hrs w no water. If interested in Noakes position listen to my interview w him @ 31 minutes http://paleorunner.podbean.com…

]]> By: AllenR https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-861630744 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-861630744 Pete, in races I almost always prefer the electrolyte drink instead of plain water at the aid stations. For an ultrarun, I carry Hammer Nutrition Fizz, and I put one or two tablets with plain water in a 20-ounce hand-held bottle. I often need less than 20 ounces of electrolyte drink per hour.

]]> By: Brendan Hayes https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-861089049 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-861089049 In reply to mbyouknowme.

Interesting read. Thanks! The idea of no sodium intake scares me a little, so I agree with the author. I think my issue will be the sugar intake more than anything. I just can’t stand gels/GU’s.

]]> By: Greg https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-857971233 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-857971233 Noakes’s book is amazing. You will learn almost everything you have read or been told about hydration, heat illnesses and electrolytes is wrong. A good, but difficult read.

]]> By: Lindsay Knake https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-858001445 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-858001445 In reply to Pete Larson.

I have tried Hammer gels, and those were the same as Gu gels or chomps. Any kind of processed sugar that hits my stomach is just bad news, especially when I am physically worked hard. Even Gatorade messes with me a little bit.

Thanks for the offer though!! Really appreciate it.

I’m thinking of trying Nuun or GenUCAN if water and real food isn’t enough, something like dried banana chips or raisins. Fortunately, I know my body can handle real food without distress, but it’s not as convenient as gels!

]]> By: michael borre https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-858352955 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-858352955 I often eat 1-2 salttablets (depending on the weather) on my marathons. That way I keep my saltbalance in order and don’t get sick.

I also have a hard time eating gels but I have found that the Clifs shotbloks is really tasty and they are much easier for me to digest. One pack of Shotbloks got the same energy as 2 gels.

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-862128200 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-862128200 In reply to AllenR.

I often do take Gatorade in road marathons, and use a gel mix in a flask. Issue for me in Boston was too much of everything.
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]]> By: Lindsay Knake https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-858009174 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-858009174 In reply to Pete Larson.

The Chicago Marathon actually changed my relationship with bananas. I used to hate them. Now I usually eat 2 a day.

I’m hopeful real food will be enough! I just need to get out and practice, but I really hate carrying things with me when I run. I do use a fuel belt when needed, but it’s a pain in the ass.

]]> By: Brendan Hayes https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-861047914 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-861047914 Over the past few months I’ve been building up miles in preparation for my first official ultra (I’ve done 6 hour events before but no distance specific races). The need for hydration has not been as big of an issue since I live in northern Illinois, but I am more concerned about my salt/electrolyte levels. For longer runs in the past I have carried things like pickles, pretzels or peanuts to keep the sodium levels up, which has worked well enough, but I’m thinking about carrying Nuun tabs with me to drop into one of my handhelds every 6-10 miles. I’m also thinking about “S” caps. Any anecdotal info would be greatly appreciated.

]]> By: joshgrace https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-926333341 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-926333341 What would you northerners suggest for a Florida runner in the sunny, 80-90 degree, humid weather on a run? I seem to get pretty low on energy after anything longer than 5 miles without something to drink.

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-857978784 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-857978784 In reply to Greg.

“Difficult” is why I haven’t tried to tackle it yet. No time for difficult right now :)

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]]> By: Curb Ivanic https://runblogger.com/2013/04/marathon-training-long-run-hydration.html#comment-860080047 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=98#comment-860080047 In reply to Lindsay Knake.

Hey Lindsay, I hear ya. I can’t stand more that a couple of gels if that. You may want to try some that have protein in them or there is a brand called PocketFuels, made from nut butters. I haven’t tried them in training yet but did eat one to try. It was delicious!!!! Tasted like a dessert. http://pocketfuelnaturals.com/

Their products are made from real food. The gels contain more fat than carbs so it flies in the face of lot of research for fueling for endurance. But hey, life is an experiment of n=1 so it just may be what you need. Good luck!

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