The Running Report

By Nanc

March 1, 2008 4:28 PM | Link to this

I too get nauseous when I run long distances. I ran the Las Vegas marathon in Dec. and at mile 24 got very nauseous. It happened again in a half marathon in Jan. and today in a 10k. When this happens to me, I just have to walk for a short time to cool my body down and then I am good to go again. For me, I think it is due to dehydration and my body overheating. I am also signed up for the ING half marathon.

By JBT

March 3, 2008 8:35 AM | Link to this

Welcome back to the ING Georgia Marathon! Check out www.realbuzz.com for online support with training. And this year, the race will have LOTS of hydration stations for you, so no worries about fluids!

By runner x

March 3, 2008 6:31 PM | Link to this

The biggest advice I can give you is that running alone will not prepare you for your best marathon. I have been participating in CrossFit workouts for the last year. In that time, my distance running has become much easier, and my overall training time has been reduced dramatiacally. CrossFit is this really cool strength and conditioning workout regimen that originated in a small gym out in CA. I hear this style of training is huge in the military, and is making its way into endurance athletics in a big way. There are a few CrossFit gyms in town from what I understand. I train at the one in Virginia Highlands- BTB Fitness. Great bunch of folks there. Good luck!

By Sofia

March 4, 2008 8:22 AM | Link to this

why don’t ya’ll just run with the galloway group and take 6 hours to run it. you won’t get injured and will waste a whole day.

By Steve

March 4, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this

I don’t think you ever ran a marathon — you walked a marathon. 7 hours? That’s 16 minutes per mile, ridiculously slow. Curse the day when Galloway and whoever else succeeded in getting the masses interested in long distance “running”. It’s a dubious accomplishment. It’s not even good for your health to push yourself beyond your limits like this. I will be looking to break my PR of 3:15, please don’t jam up the starting area.

By ouiser

March 4, 2008 12:50 PM | Link to this

What’s wrong with being slow. My stepfather just ran his last marathon (the Cowtown) in Ft. Worth, Texas last weekend. He finished in 5 hours and 36 minutes. This was not a personal best for him but considering he is 80 years old I think he did great. Not everyone can be a “superjock”.

By jennie

March 4, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this

I have vomited after long distance runs too. I just ran a half marathon a couple of weeks ago and volunteers were handing out power aid at every mile the last half of the race. The power aid kept me hydrated and when I finished the race I felt good, no stomach cramps no, nausea and it was a hot day. Just keep your self hydrated by drinking lots of water the day or two before the marathon and then on the day of drink gatoraid before the race and if they are offering it at water stops take advantage of that too.

By John

March 4, 2008 2:55 PM | Link to this

There is a guy in my office using the Galloway method to “run” a marathon. You run four minutes and walk one minute. His first marathon was 4:50. He’s really gung ho about it, so I try to encourage him…but I’m trying to convince him to run the whole way..I’m from the the old running boom marathon days of the early 80s(best time of 2:32)…back then everyone ran 80 to 100 miles a week and if you couldn’t break 3:30 you didn’t bother. I know everyone doesn’t have the time or inclination to train like an elite runner but I have to agree with Steve…7 hours is a pretty dubious accomplishment. It doesn’t reflect any serious approach to the marathon. I suppose this is the wave of the future though…participation in marathons is more popular than ever now but apparently the running part is optional. Good on the 80 year old guy though.

By Debra

March 4, 2008 3:01 PM | Link to this

Steve typifies the arrogance that many runners display for those of us who don’t meet their artificial and ridiculous standards. We get from Point A to Point B and it’s the same 26.2 miles you cover Steve, I don’t care how fast it takes to do it. We are still marathoners, so get over it. Besides, if you would back off with your contempt long enough to read carefully read Adrianne’s column, she never said she ran ING last year.

In a country where morbid obesity is taking root and destroying the health our of society, people like Steve should lighten up and cheer for folks who get off the couch, push themselves, and accomplish something they only dreamed was possible. Completing a marathon is a life-changing experience. If you are healthy enough to walk a few miles and you have the time and motivation to train, you too can become a marathon finisher. Check out the Internet for marathon walking websites and listings for walker-friendly marathons. Set a goal and go for it.

Oh, and Steve, I never wish a bad race on anyone, but if I did, you’d be the first.

By Debra

March 4, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this

Steve typifies the arrogance that many runners display for those of us who don’t meet their artificial and ridiculous standards. We get from Point A to Point B and it’s the same 26.2 miles you cover Steve, I don’t care how fast it takes to do it. We are still marathoners, so get over it. Besides, if you would back off with your contempt long enough to read carefully read Adrianne’s column, she never said she ran ING last year.

In a country where morbid obesity is taking root and destroying the health our of society, people like Steve should lighten up and cheer for folks who get off the couch, push themselves, and accomplish something they only dreamed was possible. Completing a marathon is a life-changing experience. If you are healthy enough to walk a few miles and you have the time and motivation to train, you too can become a marathon finisher. Check out the Internet for marathon walking websites and listings for walker-friendly marathons. Set a goal and go for it.

Oh, and Steve, I never wish a bad race on anyone, but if I did, you’d be the first.

By DD

March 4, 2008 3:20 PM | Link to this

Don’t listen to people like Steve, go out and have a good time. I’ve been a competitive runner for many years but thanks to missing a big chunk of my training from an injury I decided to do the Galloway method during my last marathon (so I wouldnt end up wasting the $100 entry fee). It worked well, I could walk at the end, and I went to work the next day with no problems. I definitely recommend it for newer runners. Good luck to you!

By Michael

March 4, 2008 3:24 PM | Link to this

Steve? Seriously? If you honestly think that your pompous attitude of your largely underwhelming time compared to true top athletes in the world is impressive think again. You are just like the rest of us who don’t finish a race in under 2:15. NOT THE WINNER. Get it through your head Steve-O, you aren’t impressive. What is impressive is somebody taking the courage and initiative to do something different than the norm in their lives. Unfortunately for you, it is all to obvious that you are just as much of a tool in real life than you are on the course. Ill be sure to look for the idiot who has the biggest head at the ING so I can promptly whoop your sorry butt for even opening your mouth and wasting good space….. hope you trip and break a leg steve

By jillian

March 4, 2008 3:27 PM | Link to this

I’ve never gotten sick after a long run, but I have felt a little out of it. Like after running 12 miles one day, I wasn’t hungry at all, and I almost felt light-headed. Obviously, I didn’t do something right and/or went too hard that day. Other than that, nothing out of the ordinary.

And yes, Steve is a jerk. I challenge you to any kind of sprint. Eat my dust!

By Nandez

March 4, 2008 3:34 PM | Link to this

You finished right. That is what is most important. Let’s start from there and build on it. You now have first hand knowledge of how it feels and what it takes. You can train differently in order to prepare but honestly everyday is different. Marathons are a life changing experience and I am so glad we are amongst those to experience it.

Remember, “The Pain of Discipline or The Pain of Regret”. That is all we can do, BECOME DISCIPLINED in our training.

By Larry

March 4, 2008 3:55 PM | Link to this

Wow..Steve is really getting it…

I don’t agree with the way he said it but I can sorta identify with him. I guess the marathon means different things to different people. Sure…covering 26.2 miles is a great personal accomplishment..but to those of us that greatly revere the marathon..walking the distance waters down the significance of it. The marathon is still a running race..and I don’t think that someone that does the minimal amount of preparation to hobble 26 miles deserves the same recognition of accomplishment as someone that trains diligently to put forth their best effort. By the way, I won’t post my marathon times but I have run several including a first place finish.

By focus

March 4, 2008 3:57 PM | Link to this

this reporter doesn’t need to run. If she is not in as good a shape as she was last year her determination it is not going to help her when her legs give out and she hits the ground puking.

By Speedy Gonzales

March 4, 2008 4:15 PM | Link to this

Who cares? I’ll be done and on my third beer by the time most of you hit 13 miles.

Why don’t you just stop and have a tupperware party in the middle of the race anyway? If you want a touch-feely life changing experience, go do that Breast Cancer walk or some other charity…but leave the races to the racers. And don’t call me sexist either…the women are almost as fast as the men these days and they don’t want to have a baby shower in their race either.

By Tom

March 4, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this

As a double-amputee I would give anything to run or walk a 7 hour marathon….just to simply walk a few steps again would make my life complete. And Steve, maybe if you lose your legs like I did you would be a bit more tactful in what you say and how you say it! Good luck in life……I think you’re going to need it!

By Tom

March 4, 2008 4:36 PM | Link to this

As a double-amputee I would give anything to run or walk a 7 hour marathon….just to simply walk a few steps again would make my life complete. And Steve, maybe if you lose your legs like I did you would be a bit more tactful in what you say and how you say it! Good luck in life……I think you’re going to need it!

By Steve is right

March 4, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this

Steve nailed it… 7 hours?!? why bother?!?

By Pat

March 4, 2008 5:10 PM | Link to this

Obesity. What a problem for a society to have. Anyway, I agree with Steve. A marathon is something that was RUN in ancient Greece. 7 hours is not a run, it’s a walk. If you’re going to do it, train and run.

By 26.2 again

March 4, 2008 5:23 PM | Link to this

I agree with Steve on one point. Get away from the start line if you are going to “run” in 4 hours or more. We welcome anyone trying to accomplish this feat but please be courteous to those of us who “race” and stay out of our way. Move to the back of the pack…that’s all.

By rob2595

March 4, 2008 5:24 PM | Link to this

First to answer the question in the article I have never gotten sick in a race but came real close in January at the Disney Marathon when it was 75 degrees and 100% humidity and only my second marathon. I finished but the heat made the race horrible.

Steve,

Like some others have said, unless you place in the top 3 of the overall race no one cares if you finish in 3 hours or 7 hours. I agree the term “run” can be loosely used when people get into these races b/c many do not run or jog most the race but walk. It does not bother me and if they are moving at a pace that gets their heart rate going they actually burn the same calories as you do at your pace for the 26.2. The only point you made and should be noted to any new runners is that at the beginning of any race please move right if you are not among the faster folks so people can easily pass. Honestly this is more of an issue at the P’Tree but if you can run a 10K under 55 mins, not hard, you can get a seed and go to the front.

All in all, Steve get a life and do not knock someone trying to complete a 26.2 mile course by foot.

By rob

March 4, 2008 6:11 PM | Link to this

I ran the Kona marathon back in summer 05. It was grueling. That is not the word. Insane!!! The farthest I’ve run since is about 12 miles. However I still regularly do 9-10 miles twice a week as I love to run and the emotional rush it gives me BUT I don’t think I will do another marathon but you never know if it’s for a good cause maybe. My hats off to you.

By elladee

March 4, 2008 6:41 PM | Link to this

Adrienne, GREAT for you! I wish I had as much motivation to train and run any race. Kudos to you for being the kind of person who will train and accomplish a goal.

Steve, what could possibly possess you to have so much ugliness inside. The contempt that drips out of you is like a poison. Even if you wish others would stay out of your way, maybe you could work on your manner of communication.

By DD

March 4, 2008 6:57 PM | Link to this

Actually Pat, Phidippides (the first marathoner) covered his distances by a combination of running and walking.

By JF

March 5, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this

Kudos to anyone that runs a marathon, but you have to run. Walking is cheating. I don’t mean someone that has a bad day and has to walk but I’m referring to those that plan to walk a portion of the race. You may not be cheating the other competitors but you are cheating the race and you are cheating yourself. Here’s why. The marathon is held in high honor because it is an endurance race. You are racing against fatigue. If you stop and walk, you are resting..resting allows you to refresh and recover, which diminishes the affect of fatigue, and thus diminishes the accomplishment. It’s great as an approach to fitness, but it’s not for an endurance race. Walkers want to change the rules. They want to be in the club but they don’t want to pay their dues. Run the race, have both feet in the air at the same time. If you can’t do it without getting hurt then maybe the marathon isn’t for you.

By John Tackett

March 5, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this

Steve, While I have had my run-ins (and run into’s) with slower runners in front of me, I never fault anyone making an attempt to do a marathon (or any sporting event.) I will be running this years Boston for the first time, Qualifing with a 3h 20m run (and I am 50 years old) but I do not plan to run that pace at Boston. Instead I will soak in the ambience of the event and the fact that I made it this far. I run across your type of “elitism” not only in running, but in the triathlons I do as well. We all can’t be Ironman, or fast runners, but we can all celebrate in the fact that we did it. But to those slow runners and walkers, please do start a race in the back of the pack so as not to be trampled by those faster. And whenever possible, stay to the right (just like driving, slow traffic to the right) and while holding hands 3-4 abreast with your friends may seem like a “neat” thing to do, remember that you could be blocking someone behind you. Sometimes we get caught up in the event and forget the simple things. But I for one am glad to share the experience with all those that participate.

” The miracle is not that I finished the race, the miracle is that I started.”

By Tonya

March 5, 2008 6:44 PM | Link to this

Who is that idiot steve? He should not worry about what other people are doing and get some manners. It doesnt matter if one walked, skipped, hopped or ran the marathon, it is the fact that they achieved whatever it is they set out to achieve, time is not relevant. Way to go Adrianne.

By one-time marathoner

March 7, 2008 7:09 PM | Link to this

I wish you the best of luck! I ran the ATL Thanksgiving marathon in the 80’s. I was in my 30’s and was running 20+ miles on weekends and hours and hours each week. I finished in about 4 hours. My 50+ yr old father beat me by more than 30 minutes. I have never been tempted to run another, so I take my hat off to you!

By amy

March 11, 2008 3:53 PM | Link to this

Folks, you’ve got to remember: “Steve” isn’t really a marathoner. He’s a fat ugly troll sitting in his mom’s basement eating Ding-Dongs and posting inflammatory comments to blogs just to get a rise out of you. Ignore him and his sad pathetic excuse for a life. =] (Same goes for Speedy Gonzales and Pat.)

For those running or walking slower than the better runners, it’s just common sense and good manners to start in the back and yield to them. Be considerate and hopefully the new runners will do the same for you when you’re blowing past them in a few years.

By If you're fast, get seeded.

March 11, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this

There’s a reason races like ING and Peachtree offer seeded entry. If you’re fast, submit your time and get in front (as I do in Peachtree). If you’re slower, you’ll still get there. Most all races list a course close time. As long as you can finish in that time, then you’re abiding by the rules of the race, and I say go for it!! If ING only wanted to cater to elite runners, they’d close the course in 3:30. Since its open for 7, you’re an ING marathoner if you finish in 7. Regardless (as long as you’re trained) it’s a fun, healthy and harmless way to spend a morning (and/or early afternoon)!

By rekkidbraka

March 30, 2008 6:19 PM | Link to this

Honestly, I’d do a lot more road races if I didn’t think that the Steves of the world were hanging around, waiting to rain on everyone’s parade instead of positively urging non-speedsters to keep working hard and, if possible, build towards the best physical fitness they’re capable of achieving.

I’d also bet money that Steve can’t waste precious seconds of his race time during the Peachtree - if he can be bothered to do a mere 10K - to cross over to the right on Heartbreak Hill and high-five the Shepherd Center patients and staff who come out to cheer on the runners (and joggers and walkers). Whether it keeps me from getting a personal best, I’m never going to stop high-fiving those awesome folks on race day and making sure to tell them that we appreciate them being there for us and, most importantly, we want them out there with us someday — that we know Shepherd’s going to find a way to make it happen in the future and we can’t wait to run, jog or - yes, Steve - walk with them.

Tom, don’t give up on road racing. So many advances have been made in prosthetics. Any of us would be honored to have you as a race buddy. I’m pulling for you to get out there and give whatever it is you’re dreaming of - racing, anything - your all. You sound like that kind of guy. Prayers and good luck to you!