roger-@speakeasy.net
Having done quite a bit of running, I have concluded (purely from anecdotal
and unscientific research) that for me it's all about duration.
I can run and ride on a somewhat full or an empty stomach, and the energy
depletion warning signs appear after about the same amount of time expending
energy at a certain level.
-r
-----Original Message-----
From: .David.Auker. [mailto:Dav-@Hevanet.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2005 8:12 PM
To: ob-@topica.com
Subject: [OBRA Chat] Eating for Riding vs. running
I find I can run with quite an empty stomach, whereas riding is another
issue. What is it about riding that seems to require more "on-board
fuel" (food)? I can think of the usual duration of both, where the
riding occupies a longer time span (but what about marathoners?), and
also there's much less impact/pounding on the body in cycling, so food
might sit more comfortably.
I know from experience how the dreaded bonk can happen in
cycling...maybe it also happens in running, but my own runs are short
enough where it's not a concern? Seems to me, though, that a hungry
feeling at the beginning of a ride only gets worse, whereas in running
it's not the same...(again, the jarring issue might be responsible, as a
runners stomach may be much less "in the mood" for food?).
Any of you guys have thoughts on this?
Thanks, David
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