Thursday, April 14, 2011

I'm an addict

Endorphin addiction: it is a serious problem. With the lack of endorphins, carbo loading weight gain, and finals within the next few days, I would stay as far away as possible if I were you.

"How will you know if you are effectively loading? If you are keeping a record of your daily weight, you will notice a 2-5 or more pound weight gain over the 3 day period. As the CHO is stored, water is also stored in the muscle leading to the weight gain. This water storage may make your legs feel sluggish during your few miles of easy runs, but it may well come in handy during the marathon as a source of sweat etc. You may also feel sleepy, cranky or tired due to the blood sugar and insulin responses to all the carbohydrate. During the race however, you should feel superpowered and ready to go."

Lets hope it all pays off.

P.S. Other than hungryrunnergirl, I have a new inspiration. Meet Miles. I wish we were friends.
He runs a sub four minute mile. Crazyyyyyyyyyyyyy.

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