The bodily functions of runners

[Star Gazer]

If you're a runner, you know that all fear and awkwardness about bodily functions and talking about bodily functions goes out the window. Those of you who aren't runners just might not understand.

 

Anywho, I used to get "excitipee" - you know, having to pee like 7 times in the hour before a race. Luckily, I haven't had to pee actually during a race, other than my first marathon, and I think the torrential downpour is what made me feel like I had to go, not mother nature.

 

I never really had "the other problem," because I follow the adage "clear the shute before you commute."

 

However, lately I've been experiencing runners trots. They hit anywhere from 1 to 5 miles in. If I'm able to get to a bathroom on whatever course/route I'm on, I can continue running afterward without incident. But if I can't, I have to cut my run short because it's just so uncomfortable and I'm afraid I might lose it.

 

Anyone know of any way to prevent this?

[Shepp]

im not medical and im not certain but id say don't eat anything to fibery pre run and eat stuff like white bread & cheese!

 

that's not what id choose to eat pre race but if it does the job then its better than not being able to finish the race!

[FitChick]

Sounds like nervous excitement. People who aren't runners have the same reaction when anticipating something exciting, like a hot date!

 

Have an enema or get a colonic before a race maybe.

[Mr Scorpio]

Anyone know of any way to prevent this?

 

Get your body on a cycle so that your running and pooping are several hours apart.

[Star Gazer]

Sounds like nervous excitement. People who aren't runners have the same reaction when anticipating something exciting, like a hot date!

 

Have an enema or get a colonic before a race maybe.

 

No, no. It's not excitement, because it's not a race. It happens on any old run. This morning was my regular weekend long-run.

 

And the last thing I'd do before a half- or full-marathon is get a colonic! Yikes!

 

Long-distance runners know what I'm talking about here... Hopefully, someone can chime in.

[FitChick]

Butt plug?

[carhill]

Do you note a distance threshold to be consistent? As an example, no issues on runs less than ten miles but consistent on longer runs...etc, etc. It sounds to me like your body is working as it should, as exercise in general promotes peristalsis to occur.

 

When I was endurance cycling, I noted more consistent peristalsis issues when training rides would exceed 50 miles or so, and the issue was relatively stress-tolerant. IOW, whether it was in the hills or on the flats, the issue would crop up consistently after 50 miles, and never before that point. In the beginning, I used pharma solutions but later altered my training diet to higher levels of protein and complex carbs versus fiber and, also, as another poster suggested, trained my body to time defecation prior to planned rides. Also, perhaps contra-indicated nowadays, I limited fluids to water and mixed protein supplements during rides. If we were on the road all day, like a 150-200 mile ride, then it was natural to take a 'bathroom break' at some point and such were figured into the itineraries.

[Star Gazer]

Do you note a distance threshold to be consistent? As an example, no issues on runs less than ten miles but consistent on longer runs...etc, etc. It sounds to me like your body is working as it should, as exercise in general promotes peristalsis to occur.

 

When I was endurance cycling, I noted more consistent peristalsis issues when training rides would exceed 50 miles or so, and the issue was relatively stress-tolerant. IOW, whether it was in the hills or on the flats, the issue would crop up consistently after 50 miles, and never before that point. In the beginning, I used pharma solutions but later altered my training diet to higher levels of protein and complex carbs versus fiber and, also, as another poster suggested, trained my body to time defecation prior to planned rides. Also, perhaps contra-indicated nowadays, I limited fluids to water and mixed protein supplements during rides. If we were on the road all day, like a 150-200 mile ride, then it was natural to take a 'bathroom break' at some point and such were figured into the itineraries.

 

It happens right away, within the first 5 miles, and I have to evacuate - and it's like, my entire digestive tract empties. If I'm able to relieve myself, the discomfort goes away for at least an hour or so. A couple hours later, it might come back, but there's nothing left to... go. It's just, pain.

[tbf]

I'm not a runner but here's something from the Mayo Clinic.

 

Runner's diarrhea: How can I prevent it? - MayoClinic.com

[Object_a]

I know exactly what Star Gazer is talking about. I used to need to pee really badly just after dressing in my running gear. It's just nervousness really. Changing your diet doesn't really help, it's just an effect of all the adrenaline and hormones racing around your body. Just try not to get worked up about it and you will be fine!

[EasyHeart]

Huh.

 

When people say they are a "runner", I always thought it had to do with them moving their legs. I guess it really means moving something else. . . .

[FitChick]

Looks like Star has finally been caught on camera. Shame on you! Bad human!

[sweetkiwi]

I ran sprints, didn't have this problem.

[skydiveaddict]

 

 

You may want to check this out Star

[FitChick]

If the guy in the video follows through with his threat to hose down the woman next time she squats on his territory, would he get arrested for assault and battery?

[Lauriebell82]

What food do you eat before running? I notice that if I eat food highin fiber (e.g. whole wheat bread) I have digestive issues so I try to avoid eating those types of foods before running.