Weak after runs

[kiwichick]

Im training for a half marothon in october and have a 10k overoad run next week. Recently I have been feeling real exhusted and weak after and dueing my runs, I have also started getting headaches and very bad period pain. I would have been 100% raw for a year in sept, could this just been more detox or should I be eating more of something?

[Dimond]

You didn't mention what you eat beforehand. You likely need more of the right kind of food beforehand and of course, afterwards. With the other symptoms, it's hard to know whether that's related, detox or something else. You may also want to list what you typically eat on training days and days you're not training.

[sport]

There are a lot of raw athletes and some raw endurance athletes that blog. You should check out what they are eating and pick up some tips.

[Stella Green]

Also Brandon Brazier's book called the Thrive Diet has awesome information for athletes! The book is not 100% raw, but it is very raw-friendly. Check it out!

[revdrcyn]

Also Brandon Brazier's book called the Thrive Diet has awesome information for athletes! The book is not 100% raw, but it is very raw-friendly. Check it out!

I recommend both his books - His sport-specific recipes are either raw or have raw options.

I use the recovery drinks or puddings almost daily.

http://www.brendanbrazier.com/

[mizmoo]

if you're feeling weak and you're not sick, it's one of two things. Over training or under eating.

Rest is as important as training so make sure you are getting more sleep and remember, the more you run, the more you need to give your body time to recover. When I am long distance running and training 5 times a week my body needs about 9 hours of sleep a night and one or two rest days a week.

Second the under eating. After a year you shouldn't still be feeling weak. I suspect you are running on empty. Eat well on long run days. About 40 minutes before a run I usually eat a banana and a couple of dates. Bananas are great for replacing lost pottasium, also they are mostly carbs so can fuel you for longer. The dates give you a shot of energy.

After your run and within 15 minutes, eat a smoothie. Make sure you include a little protein such as hemp or flaxseed. Another banana doesn't hurt either and dulse is great for replacing lost elecrolytes. Within an hour of that try and eat a balanced meal.

Good luck with the race!

I also recommend Brendan Braziers book. I bought it myself after reading about it on this site and I use all the recipes regularly.