Comments on: I’m Hungry!!!

By: Pumpkin Ice Cream = Running Fuel « Echers: A girl and her blog

Pumpkin Ice Cream = Running Fuel « Echers: A girl and her blog — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 03:18:45 +0000

[...] need. (Which is just like Dean Karnazes – Dean, we’re so similar!!) I have noticed other bloggers writing about this issue, so I know it’s not just me who struggles to fuel [...]

By: Morgan (lifeafterbagels)

Morgan (lifeafterbagels) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:17:57 +0000

Do you ever just snack because you’re bored? Man I get in that habit really bad when I’m doing hw. I try to sip tea instead.

By: Amy

Amy — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:56:48 +0000

It looks like this is a popular topic on blogs lately! Actually, I have been thinking about this lately as well –I’m marathon training but haven’t been paying attention to how I’m fueling my body. I think I’ve been undereating after runs and overeating later on…I think I am going to turn to Nancy Clark and Brendan Brazier — that is, after I take the LSAT tomorrow! I’ll be glad to get the studying-induced, stress munching off my plate!

By: Jon

Jon — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:26:42 +0000

Major props for marathon training! While it seems to pale in comparison, I am training for a half marathon (or something similar) and have found my oft-ravenous appetite to be quelled by black beans! (Newbie advice perhaps…)

But you’re probably already sick of ‘em! Good luck!

By: Therese

Therese — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:02:16 +0000

I waited a little while to comment because I was curious to see what others said.

I find when I’m eating whole, natural foods its much harder to get the additional calories in that I need to sustain my activity. I guess nut butters would help, but a person CAN overdo it with healthy fats.

I also would agree with one of the other posters about not getting enough protein. Even if you choose not to get it in with meats, etc. maybe supplementing your diet with a protein powder would help,

By: mistifogg

mistifogg — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:46:40 +0000

I have not trained for a Marthon before so I can not speak for that exactly but just looking at what you eat on a regular basis I would say you need more PROTEIN in your diet in order to “sustain” your longer……..I learned over the years of trying to eat healthier and lose weight how important PROTEIN is for keep you fuller longer, you will be amazed how it does just that!

For instance, eat a breakfast with whole-wheat toast, eggs, cheese and some fruit on morning……you should stay full for at least 3+ hours and then the next day eat just a whole wheat bagel with cream cheese and some fruit………you will be hungry in like 2 hours if not sooner. Now, if you added some peanut butter to that bagel instead of cream cheese you might not get hungry for 2+ hours. However, I highly recommend “eggs”, they always keep me full the longest.

=) Laura

http://findingahealthybalance.wordpress.com/

By: Kelly

Kelly — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:39:00 +0000

I have never run a marathon but I definitely would second what others have said about eating things with substance. Also, try to always have some bars or other easy to eat foods ready if you are in class or somewhere away from your kitchen. I bring food EVERYWHERE. You can always find some Cheerios in my purse or a bag of pretzels, Fruit leathers from Trader Joes etc. That way you can always respond to your hunger when it comes

By: Jenna

Jenna — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:48:27 +0000

megan it is super important you are giving your body what it needs especially during marathon training because you don’t want to be underfueled! you need to make sure you are getting enough calories in for ALL the activity you are doing…which is a lot so you need even more calories girl!
jenna

By: Sarah (from See Sarah Eat)

Sarah (from See Sarah Eat) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:12:30 +0000

I think it is different for everyone so just do some research and listen to your body, you will find what works best for you. Good luck!

By: Lauren

Lauren — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:06:29 +0000

Yep, some days, I was ravenous and others just not hungry at all. Your appetite goes crazy when your training. No worries, you’ll figure it out in no time!