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Originally Posted by amire
1) Hydration. I think The_Jazz mentioned overhydrating before a run. Do most people just do pre-run hydration, or is it preferred to carry water with you? If so, what's the most convenient way to carry water while running? I used to mountain bike a lot, and CamelBacks were godsends. But I think they'd be a nuisance for runners.
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Depends on the distance. If it's just a short one - say 5K (or 3 of your American miles), I don't bother much with water. More than that and I'll take a little water before hand and use a Fuel Belt to carry extra.
Personally, I think hydration is one of the most critical things in staving off injury, simply because of the way the body prioritizes it's own hydration needs.
If it's a long run and its a warm day, for instance, then the body draws moisture from less critical components of the body (skin then muscle) to protect more critical components (the brain), leaving those areas more open to injury.
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Originally Posted by dlish
theres a really good book i'd reccommend that you read.. "Once a Runner". you cant go wrong. trust me on this one
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I tried to read it once but I seem to recall it being so badly written that I just couldn't get through it.