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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