Running in the morning, before breakfast.
Discussion
It's the ideal time for me to go running, however I don't want to run just after my bran flakes otherwise I'd probably see them again, however I'm sure running on an empty stomach is not wise. Does anyone here have any tips on what I can eat or drink a small amount of to give me the energy for a 20-30 minute run, and how long before running I should have it?
A small Banana and a cup tea will be fine, as will running on an empty stomach.
Seriously do what feels right for you.
A 20-30 minute run is nothing. The stored energy in your blood and muscles will fuel your run and a lot more if required. There are many who think an empty stomach is best for this kind of exercise. However if you want to eat something small that will be fine too.
Personally when I run I do it first thing on an empty stomach. I also box 3 mornings a week at 8am. I have a banana and cup of tea at about 7.
I only eat on boxing mornings because I can do it about an hour before I train otherwise I wouldn't. I don't eat when I run because I pretty much will be up, and out of the door running within about 15 minutes.
Seriously do what feels right for you.
A 20-30 minute run is nothing. The stored energy in your blood and muscles will fuel your run and a lot more if required. There are many who think an empty stomach is best for this kind of exercise. However if you want to eat something small that will be fine too.
Personally when I run I do it first thing on an empty stomach. I also box 3 mornings a week at 8am. I have a banana and cup of tea at about 7.
I only eat on boxing mornings because I can do it about an hour before I train otherwise I wouldn't. I don't eat when I run because I pretty much will be up, and out of the door running within about 15 minutes.
) should also be ok.As has been said, you've got enough fuel onboard for a 2hr run, let alone 20 or 30 mins.
Personally, the mornings when I'm running consist of getting out of bed, straight into a pair of runners and off out the door. Forget about nutrition, I don't normally wake up properly until I've done 3 or 4k
You could have a gel or something if it makes you feel better, but you really don't need it for that kinda run.
Personally, the mornings when I'm running consist of getting out of bed, straight into a pair of runners and off out the door. Forget about nutrition, I don't normally wake up properly until I've done 3 or 4k
You could have a gel or something if it makes you feel better, but you really don't need it for that kinda run.
I've been running since last September, and going out in the morning before breakfast is the best time for me. When I first started out, I was having an Apple, but now I have nothing.
It's bloody cold in the middle of the winter though, that's made better by some of the excellent sunrises as the spring starts to come through. I'm looking forward to getting out in the summer when it's nice and warm and bright. It's an excellent way to wake up.
It's bloody cold in the middle of the winter though, that's made better by some of the excellent sunrises as the spring starts to come through. I'm looking forward to getting out in the summer when it's nice and warm and bright. It's an excellent way to wake up.
People say its best for weight loss in teh morning and with no food.
I nearly went this morning but my daughter woke up and thought id give the mrs a later start. Im never normally awake early enough to go.
The odd time i am awake i quite enjoy a morning run or bike ride. Always seems the best part of day.
I nearly went this morning but my daughter woke up and thought id give the mrs a later start. Im never normally awake early enough to go.
The odd time i am awake i quite enjoy a morning run or bike ride. Always seems the best part of day.
dave_s13 said:
Any tips for overcoming the irresistible urge to hit snooze at half six in the morning and just not bother?
I struggle to get out of bed at the best of times and have never run in the morning, like the idea of it but my body won't let me.
Set the alarm earlier and snooze once or twice.I struggle to get out of bed at the best of times and have never run in the morning, like the idea of it but my body won't let me.
Going to get harder for me as I will need to get up 15mins earlier soon so I can run longer. I don't eat or drink anything ether until I have finished.
ED209 said:
Running in a morning, and by morning i mean before about 2pm always feels hard for me. Not sure why?
Same here, blood 'feels' thicker like oil i guess it needs time to warm up ! Start work at 6am so any morning training is now out of the window unless i start running at 3am.
I'm canny pissed so this might sound harsh...
But for f
k sake, just get out and run.
I've done half marathons on an empty stomach - the only thing that'll seriously slow you down is a colon full. People seem to be come so distracted by getting their 'fuel' right - it makes absolutely no difference to the average runner. Unless you're running 30 miles a day, don't let it bother you.
The human race didn't get to where it is now by being prissy on the fuel we feed it.
But for f
k sake, just get out and run.I've done half marathons on an empty stomach - the only thing that'll seriously slow you down is a colon full. People seem to be come so distracted by getting their 'fuel' right - it makes absolutely no difference to the average runner. Unless you're running 30 miles a day, don't let it bother you.
The human race didn't get to where it is now by being prissy on the fuel we feed it.
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