Running and Eating...weird title...

Cecilia07

Cecilia07

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I'm running the cross-country team this summer. We run 2 to 3 miles a day right now, but in a few weeks it will be 4 to 5. We also do some weight training twice a week.

The thing is we practice at 5 in the afternoon. I usually tend to have a low-energy slump around that time....

Should I try and eat lunch later in the day so that doesn't happen? I do eat healthy snacks throughout the day, but somehow that doesn' cut it. What can I do to have energy for my excercise without adding unwanted calories?

Thanks!:)
 
Newbie here!

Hi all,

I am a noob here so just wanted to introduce myself. I currently started running/jogging everyday about a week ago for about half an hour to an hour everyday. Been going mostly to the gym and went for a run outside today now that the weather is getting nice. I have been running about 2x a week prior to that about 45-1 hour and decided to cut down the running time and go more often, which I've decided should be everyday if I can help it. I am running for weight loss purposes and just to get more healthy. I would like to lose about 20 lbs. I'm currently 5'5" and about 140-150 lbs. I am also trying to diet and maintain portion control and cut out bad foods.

Anywho, I have been having bad bouts of insomnia and about 4-6 hours of sleep everynight since I started and have been slightly sore every single day. Today particularly was pretty painful. Even despite being sore I went for a jog/walk around my neighborhood for about 45 minutes and ate and took an hour nap and I just woke up. I still feel relatively sore and even a little bloated because I ate some high-sodium foods after my run, which I regret now. In any case, yea I am debating buying some sleeping pills so that I can get some decent sleep and appropriate recovery time for my body b/c I don't know how much longer I can commit to running everyday without the appropriate rest. I was thinking of buying Ambien which I think you don't need a prescription for? Anywho yea, if anyone has advice on how to deal with insomnia and sleep-deprivation on a daily running program, please feel free to give me some insight~

Also, my left leg is what I think a full inch shorter than my right leg. It's funny b/c my right thigh is slightly bigger than my left. I don't know if this disparity would cause any issues with my running? And if so, how to avoid/offset such problems should they occur?

Hope everyone is doing well!
 
OP: If I eat a lot about five hours before a run, especially a long run, I tend to have quite a bit of energy.

My shorter runs (3 miles and under) are usually done after a night fast, right after I wake up, first thing in the morning.

What time is your lunch? I know school lunch periods can be as early as 10am and as late as 1pm. I think having a solid snack two hours before your run is good advice, but I also think having a light snack (a tablespoon or two of peanut butter) about 15 minutes before your runs might also be a good idea.

runthefat: What time are you working out? A lot of people have problems sleeping when they work out later in the day because of raised metabolism and higher core temperatures. I pretty much can't work out after 5pm. If I'm finished by 5pm I'm usually okay, but anything after that and I won't sleep until 2am, if at all.

Tamara
 
Hi guys~

Tamara: Yea it varies what time I do go to the gym, but you're definately right. When I go to the gym/exercise later in the day after 5 p.m. I definately have a harder time falling asleep than when I go earlier in the day. Thanks for pointing that out! hehe

Daybyday: I just realized that after I posted my entries in some of the older threads. Haha oh well, maybe someone will respond :p.

Update: I'm considering going to an orthepedist. I also use saucony shoes for running b/c I like how they're lightweight and never cause me blisters around my ankles (have thin ankles with protrusive heels) but I feel like there has to be a better shoe out there designed for my type of feet (thin). I was considering a Nike shoe with the ipod + feature. I also want to figure out my alignment (I know my left leg is about an inch shorter than my right and idk if there are problems/solutions to the impact it may have on my body via running so often). I don't have insurance though, so I need to find a new job. The gym was closed for easter yesterday so I went for a jog outside and enjoyed the gorgeous weather. I have yet to rest for a full 24 hours.. I think I'm addicted!! :p Hope everyone's doing well!

-Julia
 
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