Training for half marathon.....?

Question

I've been training for a half marathon and I have reached a long run of 9 miles. However when I was almost done I started getting very queasy and barely made it to my finish. Tomorrow I am suppose to be running 10 miles and am wondering how to avoid the same problem. I don't know if it matters, but I am female.

Answer 1

Sounds like you probably didn't consume enough fluids before and during your run.  When you do your 10 miler, start a little slower than you normally would, and ease into your pace, drink more fluids before your run, water and a sports drink, and drink when you get thirsty during your run...

Answer 2

Lol yeah you should be doing a marathon as a training run for a half! Lol... I agree, it sounds like you need to hydrate more.  Also check on your nutrition during your run, if you are taking GU, Hammer Gels, ect... they may not settle well with your stomach and you might have to try a different type.  I personally dont use gels of any sort.  Instead I use Cliff Bars, my stomach just handles solids better.

Answer 3

You need to run twice long for what ever run your racing.  So for your 10 mile run you need to be running 20 miles before your ready.  If you having problems at the 9th mile and the race is tomorrow you are not ready.  Pluss two days before the race you need to rest and drink lots of water.

Answer 4

Did you drink enough fluids and eat enough before/during?

Answer 5

Hydration is perhaps the most likely problem. You need to make sure you're not dehydrated (or over-hydrated). Make sure you're drinking enough early and often, including before you run, especially if it's hot and/or humid where you are. Ensuring your electrolyte levels are up is important, too -- it's not unusual to drink a sports drink before a longer run to help.

It's also possible you're pushing yourself too hard for a training run. Don't be afraid to slow the pace a bit from the start.

Make sure you've eaten adequately before, too, especially carbohydrates. (A lot of people will do a pasta meal the night before they plan a long run, etc.)

Outside of those, you might want to see a doctor to be safe, since you could be having issues with iron levels or something comparable...like being pregnant.