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SarahDisney · Jul 2, 2015

FFigawi said:
Not too early at all. You definitely want to try a run or two in all or part of your costume in advance to be sure you find any chafing spots before the race, check to make sure it's comfortable, etc. Remember the rule - nothing new on race day.

I get that, but ... for my last race I did my costume test run about 2 weeks before the race. Not sure I need to do it 6 months before...

FFigawi · Jul 2, 2015

SarahDisney said:
I get that, but ... for my last race I did my costume test run about 2 weeks before the race. Not sure I need to do it 6 months before...

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BwoZoo22 · Jul 2, 2015

GrandAdmiralStrife said:
hm, good thing I did not get airline tickets yet. JetBlue's best deal has me getting into Orlando at 8-9pm, while Southwest can almost match that price at night AND in the morning. Plus, Southwest is only $2 more and you get a checked bag, whereas no checked bags on JetBlue. But JetBlue has DirecTV (good distraction for a 3 yr old).... decisions, decisions....

Southwest has Dish, usually available as most planes seem to be WiFi now.

LSUlakes · Jul 2, 2015

dancingtodisney said:
Does anyone have advice on mid run stitches? I seem to get one now every time I run and it's really painful! I tend to take a walk break and raise my arms behind my head and breath deeply but it's really grinding my gears that I'm getting it every time. It's always the same place too, right side just under where my ribcage starts.

I was reading RW's and came across this piece about stitches. Made me think of this thread and share it. http://www.runnersworld.com/injury-prevention-recovery/how-to-beat-side-stitches?cid=isynd_PV_0315

dancingtodisney · Jul 2, 2015

LSUlakes said:
I was reading RW's and came across this piece about stitches. Made me think of this thread and share it. http://www.runnersworld.com/injury-prevention-recovery/how-to-beat-side-stitches?cid=isynd_PV_0315

Thank you for sharing!

LSUlakes · Jul 2, 2015

With the window opening up soon for dinning reservations (depending upon your arrival date), what are your carb loading plans for the night before the race/races? Do you eat at your normal time or do you have a rule of sorts you go by?
Still looking into which place we will try to get something to eat for the time being (1. Moma Melroses, 2. Tony's Time Square, 3. Trattoria al Forno). I have been told to get the big carb meal in 10-12 hours before the race starts. I tend to go closer to that 12 hour window, especially with need to get to bed early. Looking forward to yalls thoughts.

Baloo in MI · Jul 3, 2015

Just wanted to say thanks for all the feedback earlier this week from many of you on my question about my achilles tenderness. Doctor thinks it is tendinitis, but not a tear or anything. I do get to keep running - have to slow down and reduce milage for 6 weeks. Turns out it is better to run a little than not at all. Also have a load of exercises, stretches and icing routine now.

I really did not want to back off at all, but all your feedback made me go see my docotor, and she said I have to for awhile. End result I should be fine time wise with prep for the Detroit Marathon, which is in October. Had hoped to run a half in September to push my PR for a better corral for Dopey. I am going to have to relax on that. But if I really tore something how stupid would that be! The thought of losing up to a year is terrifying! So better to heal up properly, thanks for the reality check. I really do appreciate the it.

FFigawi · Jul 3, 2015

LSUlakes said:
With the window opening up soon for dinning reservations (depending upon your arrival date), what are your carb loading plans for the night before the race/races? Do you eat at your normal time or do you have a rule of sorts you go by?
Still looking into which place we will try to get something to eat for the time being (1. Moma Melroses, 2. Tony's Time Square, 3. Trattoria al Forno). I have been told to get the big carb meal in 10-12 hours before the race starts. I tend to go closer to that 12 hour window, especially with need to get to bed early. Looking forward to yalls thoughts.

I'd recommend getting your big carb meal in 24 hours before the race, i.e. for breakfast the day before. Having a big carb meal the night before the race is frequently counter-productive. It takes time to digest and people tend to end up with a feeling of heaviness in their gut the next morning. The better approach is to begin your carb loading gradually for 3-5 days before the race. Add a little extra each day, and have a big stack of pancakes the morning before race day. Follow that with a healthy lunch and a light, easy to digest dinner.

BuckeyeBama · Jul 3, 2015

FFigawi said:
I'd recommend getting your big carb meal in 24 hours before the race, i.e. for breakfast the day before. Having a big carb meal the night before the race is frequently counter-productive. It takes time to digest and people tend to end up with a feeling of heaviness in their gut the next morning. The better approach is to begin your carb loading gradually for 3-5 days before the race. Add a little extra each day, and have a big stack of pancakes the morning before race day. Follow that with a healthy lunch and a light, easy to digest dinner.

This is a great post - not enough press out there about proper carb loading. If you carb load properly, your muscle tissue can store north of 2000 calories worth of glycogen. That is instant energy delivered immediately as it is needed for exercise. But the "load" process needs to start a few days before your race. You cannot replenish depleted glycogen stores in 24 hours.

kevdad · Jul 3, 2015

BuckeyeBama said:
This is a great post - not enough press out there about proper carb loading. If you carb load properly, your muscle tissue can store north of 2000 calories worth of glycogen. That is instant energy delivered immediately as it is needed for exercise. But the "load" process needs to start a few days before your race. You cannot replenish depleted glycogen stores in 24 hours.

Totally agree with both of you, great posts!

I'd also add beginning the hydration process 48 hours before the race with sipping water and/or energy drinks throughout the day. I also have a bowl of salty pretzels nearby for snacking.

SarahDisney · Jul 3, 2015

So, here's my question about carb loading:
At what distance does carb loading become relevant? Should carb loading be a part of your routine for any race distance? Or is there a particular distance where carb loading starts to become relevant, and anything shorter than that the carbs from carb loading don't affect your performance?
For example, I'm doing the 10K as my longest distance (also doing the 5K) - should I include carb loading in my pre-race preparation? Or will it not make a significant difference at that distance? What if I was only doing the 5K?

I know that carb loading is definitely a very important factor for marathon runners - but is it something that those of us running shorter distances should be thinking about as well?

Neoflynn · Jul 3, 2015

SarahDisney said:
So, here's my question about carb loading:
At what distance does carb loading become relevant? Should carb loading be a part of your routine for any race distance? Or is there a particular distance where carb loading starts to become relevant, and anything shorter than that the carbs from carb loading don't affect your performance?
For example, I'm doing the 10K as my longest distance (also doing the 5K) - should I include carb loading in my pre-race preparation? Or will it not make a significant difference at that distance? What if I was only doing the 5K?

I would say that for anything less than a half marathon it wouldn't really be an issue but that's just my opinion others may feel differently

BuckeyeBama · Jul 3, 2015

Neoflynn said:
I would say that for anything less than a half marathon it wouldn't really be an issue but that's just my opinion others may feel differently

This is 100% true, and sports physiologists say that it is only necessary for a half marathon if you are running hard the week leading up to the race, depleting your glycogen stores. Carb loading is for races lasting longer than the distance that you would cover to burn ~2400 calories. For me, that is 20 miles, so I only carb load a few times/year.

Carb loading is a complete waste of time for 5k and 10k races. Even with moderately depleted glycogen stores you would be fine at those distances as long as you are not dieting the week leading up to the race - and you should never diet the week leading up to a race. If you "bonk" in races of this distance, it is for other reasons (running too fast, insufficient training, poor diet, etc.).

FFigawi · Jul 3, 2015

Neoflynn said:
I would say that for anything less than a half marathon it wouldn't really be an issue but that's just my opinion others may feel differently

Agreed. You only need carb loading for those distances where you're going to use it all up, typically a half or longer. As a related note, it's a good idea to practice running out of fuel on a long run every so often so you learn how your body responds when that happens. Nothing beforehand except hydration and no refueling other than hydration along the way, and see what happens. Usually, you'll find a point at which you start feeling run down well before you actually get weak or light headed. Once you know that reaction, you know to refuel right away in the future if you get that feeling coming on.

SarahDisney · Jul 3, 2015

Thanks for the information, guys! I figured it was somewhere in the half marathon range, but since I'm notorious for not having any idea what I'm doing, I figured I'd ask.
And since I'm hoping to eventually do a half marathon, I'll keep all of this information in mind before my first half!

John VN · Jul 3, 2015

Shouldn't carb loading be nothing more than eating smart as you taper???? The reduced exertion during taper allows the body to store more since energy output has been reduced while continuing to maintain fitness. A beneficial breakfast the morning of the race, plus during depending on one's abilities=speed, and hydration should do the job.

LSUlakes · Jul 3, 2015

Thanks for the input. I agree with others that any distance 13.1 or greater carb loading is worth while, the shorter distances don't really require a change in diet.

GrandAdmiralStrife · Jul 3, 2015

Now that reservations have opened, where is everyone staying/when are you checking in/how long will you be there?

I'm bringing the wife and son (since it's just a few days after his birthday), staying 1/5 until either 1/12 or 1/13 (haven't decided fully), probably at All Star Sports.

Will there be a meetup for us DISers?

cavepig · Jul 3, 2015

We "carbo loaded" the night before our cross country races (4k or 5k mostly in the afternoon) way back 20 years ago with Pasta feeds. Did it help?, who knows, but it's basically tradition for me now to eat Pasta the night before a race of any distance, so it's part of the the mental preparation too I guess. But then again I eat Pasta or rice or potatoes multiple times a week anyway, I do love carbs!

SarahDisney · Jul 3, 2015

GrandAdmiralStrife said:
Now that reservations have opened, where is everyone staying/when are you checking in/how long will you be there?

(As of right now at least) My sister & I are at Pop, 1/5-1/12 ... which is our longest trip ever!

cavepig said:
But then again I eat Pasta or rice or potatoes multiple times a week anyway, I do love carbs!

Yeah, you definitely don't have to twist my arm to get me to eat carbs... but I also like to throw some cheese or peanut butter in there occasionally for variety (I'm the best healthy eater ever, really ... as long as mac and cheese as my main food group is considered healthy).
If chocolate loading was a thing before races, I'd probably be the best runner ever. I could totally rock chocolate loading!

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