hi, there

[mo in tx]

Hello -

Just wanted to introduce myself. I'm currently in OWL, as I had started induction at the end of January. However, my loss has been pretty slow this time around, probably for a couple of reasons. One is that this is my 3rd time restarting Atkins, and I think I remember reading somewhere that it's harder to lose the weight on subsequent attempts to restart this WOE. Secondly, I've taken up running since last fall and have been reluctant to let go of some of my habits (drinking watered down Powerade before my runs - 1/2 of small bottle w/ equal amount of water; also pre- and post-run fare). I've done a couple of 5Ks and am going to run a 10K next week. The 10K is my first race since restarting Atkins, so it will be interesting to see how it turns out. Any tips for how to change eating habits in regards to training/running would be welcome.

I guess I should have really posted this in the excercise forum, but I wanted to at least introduce myself. From reading the posts this looks like a great support group!

Maureen
34 y.o., 5'4"
(161/155.5/140 - maybe less)

[big_bad_john]

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Hiya Mo! Hope you like it around here, I know I do!

Welcome.

[sombersusie]

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welcome mo! We have alot of avid runners here at ADBB so im sure you'll fit right in. Check out TTdriver, she's always running somewhere and she's chock full of good advice .

[dreamof145]

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Welcome Maureen! This is the best support group for friendship, motivation and advice on changing your life-style so you can get healthy and stay healthy. We are all walking the same path, cheering each other on and helping when obstacles stand in our way!! We're glad to have you join!!

[ttdriver]

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Hi Maureen!!

Welcome back to Atkins!

I am an avid runner and have been since November 2003. I've also been following Atkins since 2002, and have been in Lifetime Maintenance for 4 years.

Right now, I am running upwards of 40-45 miles a week and just finished my first marathon at age 50!! My goal in doing the marathon was to prove to the world and to myself that carb-loading is a MYTH .. that you can run 26.2 miles fueled by Atkins! And sure enough!!!

Typically, for a distance such as a 5k, you should be fine with a high protein, high fat meal 2 hours before the run and just bottled water for your hydration. I've never had to resort to any kind of powerade for 5ks or 10ks. I've probably done at least 30 or more 5ks in the past 2 and a half years and at least 15 10ks .. My pace is around 10:50 when I'm really crankin'. Not too bad for an old granny like me!

What is your pace per mile? Just curious. Do you have heart rate monitor? If not, I STRONGLY RECOMMEND A POLAR. I have the M61 and I love it. They are indispensible tools for making sure you are not overexerting yourself.

Anyway, all this to say, you should be able to easily do a 10k following a high fat/high protein plan and drinking enough water before and during the race. I bought myself one of those FUEL BELT hydration thingies for the marathon which worked very well.

If you get up to marathon distance, you may want to try the Sugar Free SOBE NO FEAR energy drink .. it worked well for me during those 26.2 miles!

Stay away from sugared drinks!

Come join us on the Cool Running thread that I start every week in the Exercise Forum. Its a fun way to keep track of your accomplishments!

HAPPY TRAILS!

Betty

[Sheshy]

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Hi mo in tx! and welcome to ADBB!!

Good luck with your running!

[mo in tx]

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Thanks for all the warm wishes!

So glad to be here!

Maureen
34/F
5'4"
161/155.5/140 - maybe less