Just ran the Boston marathon and had to hit the porta potty at mile 21. I think the anxiety of being in crowds has negatively affected my cortisol levels!
Oceanside 70.3 this last October. I had to hit the can in T1, once on bike, T2, and once on run. It was brutal, but I did finish. I did much better in that regard at LaQuinta, but Oceanside was certainly memorable.
This is the bane of my (running) life. I've gone 30km to marathon distance on a row erg and NEVER had to stop for a bathroom break, but I have to stop almost without fail on a long run of 16 miles +. I've managed to almost eradicate this issue during the few marathons and ultras I've taken part in, but I have to control what I eat religiously during the 24 hours before a race in order to do so. Caffeine plays a big part in all of this I'm sure, but it occured to me recently that, since the surge in stress hormone release I experience during the build-up and execution of an intervals session and tempo run always requires a trip to the bathroom, I may be able to erm...force the issue prior to the start of a long run as well if I perform my warm-up in a specific way. I'm going to give this a go this weekend. We'll see what happens! 😄
@@gtn Update: it seemed to work. I made my warm-up a bit more intense - without overcooking it - and this seemed to get things moving. I ran a 22-miler without stopping and had no issues for the rest of the day either. I'd recommend this approach to anyone else with a similar problem. Thanks for getting the cogs turning in my head! ☺👍
When you travel to a race, you often have the Saturday off and shouldnt move too much. So from this points going to the football stadium makes sense. The problem are the smokers there. That's why I avoid to spend the day before the race this way.
Last month I ran a half-marathon with a god damn bellyache from start to finish.. worst experience I've had on my running life. Well... at least I got to the end of it without 'further' problems 🤣
@@gzfashions You laugh now but you are not gonna laugh the day a slimy burrito will escape your short to lay shamelessly on the floor for someone to slip on it.
@@Michels1 😂 I’m running my first marathon in a month and it’s a packed race will definitely look out for piles of slippage and try my best not to create my own
lol one time I ate way too much Italian food the night before race day. I had acid reflux coming out of my mouth during the first 8 miles of a half marathon but I still got my half PB 1:29:41. black kit or clothing with sunglasses make heather look like a rock star, her hair and skin come alive. next race wear black and watch your opponent's poop themselves.
“Dodgy tummy”, you Brits have the best descriptions! I definitely will be coming back to this video!
Haha thanks - glad you enjoyed and found it helpful!
In scotland we call it a “dodgy Gary” - I don’t know why but we do 😅
Do you ever get a bad tummy on race day? What do you do to avoid it? Let us know down below 👇
Just ran the Boston marathon and had to hit the porta potty at mile 21. I think the anxiety of being in crowds has negatively affected my cortisol levels!
Oceanside 70.3 this last October. I had to hit the can in T1, once on bike, T2, and once on run. It was brutal, but I did finish. I did much better in that regard at LaQuinta, but Oceanside was certainly memorable.
Oh absolutely hated upset stomach each time before race. No spicy stuff, no coffee 48 hours before helps a bit.
Right!
This is the bane of my (running) life. I've gone 30km to marathon distance on a row erg and NEVER had to stop for a bathroom break, but I have to stop almost without fail on a long run of 16 miles +.
I've managed to almost eradicate this issue during the few marathons and ultras I've taken part in, but I have to control what I eat religiously during the 24 hours before a race in order to do so.
Caffeine plays a big part in all of this I'm sure, but it occured to me recently that, since the surge in stress hormone release I experience during the build-up and execution of an intervals session and tempo run always requires a trip to the bathroom, I may be able to erm...force the issue prior to the start of a long run as well if I perform my warm-up in a specific way.
I'm going to give this a go this weekend. We'll see what happens! 😄
Thanks for sharing your experiences with this!
@@gtn Update: it seemed to work. I made my warm-up a bit more intense - without overcooking it - and this seemed to get things moving. I ran a 22-miler without stopping and had no issues for the rest of the day either.
I'd recommend this approach to anyone else with a similar problem. Thanks for getting the cogs turning in my head! ☺👍
Awesome tips Heather 🥳🥳! Getting ready for some fun events tomorrow, so this video was perfect 🤙🏽.
Have fun!
"get to the bottom of your tummy issues" lol
This video couldn’t have come at a better time. Half marathon on Sunday!
Great - good luck!!
When you travel to a race, you often have the Saturday off and shouldnt move too much. So from this points going to the football stadium makes sense. The problem are the smokers there. That's why I avoid to spend the day before the race this way.
Have you ever tried a pre race enema?
Peppermint tea. Drink it as soon as you get up on race day.
Good one!
Last month I ran a half-marathon with a god damn bellyache from start to finish.. worst experience I've had on my running life. Well... at least I got to the end of it without 'further' problems 🤣
Having to drop a bronze while on a race is one of my biggest fear.
I dont wanna be one of those racers that keeps running with soiled shorts.
😂😂😂
@@gzfashions You laugh now but you are not gonna laugh the day a slimy burrito will escape your short to lay shamelessly on the floor for someone to slip on it.
@@Michels1 😂 I’m running my first marathon in a month and it’s a packed race will definitely look out for piles of slippage and try my best not to create my own
@@alexm1841 Best of luck sir, enjoy and have have fun!
@@Michels1 😅😅
Thank you so much for your videos. Always good info
Glad you like them! Our pleasure!
lol one time I ate way too much Italian food the night before race day. I had acid reflux coming out of my mouth during the first 8 miles of a half marathon but I still got my half PB 1:29:41.
black kit or clothing with sunglasses make heather look like a rock star, her hair and skin come alive. next race wear black and watch your opponent's poop themselves.
Excelente 👏
Thank you!
Great advice!! Thank you!!
You are so welcome!
Ah yes the ol’ panic poo 😅 absolutely hate that feeling 😵💫
Crystallised or preserved ginger will settle any upset stomach
What about buckwheat before race for fuelling?