Running and pooing

[Doddery123]

So you are 6 minutes away from home. Does anyone else want to poo almost as soon as the jogging starts?

[backintime Graduate]

I go out to run just after my morning "evacuation", TMI but I tend to poop just after I get up or at least just after walking the dogs, so I am free and clear for my run

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to backintime]

So do I but....

[RunningStN Graduate]

Due to suffering from IBS, I totally relate to this. So annoying and never know whether to try stick it out and hold it til I get home, or run back home to go 🙄

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to RunningStN]

It's a dilemma.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Hugely common problem with thousands of runners...

active.com/nutrition/articl...

Routine and the correct pre run food ( if you do eat before runs) is the answer... that and always carry wet wipes etc..and hope for a nearby field with a large hedge!

Seriously it can be a real issue, but there is a lot of advice about this.

blog.mapmyrun.com/10-tips-f...

You just have to find what is right for you.

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

I live in hope but running around the streets large hedges are generally for people's gardens. Oops

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Doddery123]

Oh my!! Check out some of the ideas...

[madmother Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

I’ve had to poo in a field before 🙈. Was triumphant to find a tissue in my pocket!!! I was out running with a new buddy (who is now a close friend) at the time!!!! Lol

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to madmother]

Lol.

[Schnitzerl]

Oh yes, I had that "problem" until last year. I needn´t worry anymore, thanks to my pouch (Colostomie). I carry a spare one with me, so nothing can pull me down nowadays.

Guys, hope you´re all aware of rectal cancer and speak to your GP if ever anything starts worrying you!

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to Schnitzerl]

Good point.

[HeavyFoot Graduate]

It happens sometimes. Always a dilemma as to whether to turn back or see it through. At worst, can’t run back but totter back like an anguished chimpanzee praying for continence.

[stargrrluk in reply to HeavyFoot]

So THATS what I look like!

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to stargrrluk]

You and me both!

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to HeavyFoot]

I hope your prayers are answered!

[Agingnovice1 Graduate]

So pleased you brought up this tricky topic. On the plus side it makes me feel like I’m on a par with Paula Radcliffe 😂

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to Agingnovice1]

But minus the bobbing head?

[Agingnovice1 Graduate in reply to Doddery123]

...and the knee length socks! Oh and also the distance and the speed 😂😂

[Doddery123 Graduate in reply to Agingnovice1]

For now....😄

[HeavyFoot Graduate in reply to Agingnovice1]

We all have to start somewhere 🏃🏻‍♂️💩

[Doddery123 Graduate]

Thanks all. I shall have a read of the link.

[Calopteryx]

Oh yes, totally relate. Luckily so far I've been running in the gym, so facilities are on hand. Still, doesn't help when you're part way into a session - wrecks the timings. I'm cheered by memories of Paula R though.

[AndrewT in reply to Calopteryx]

Isn't absolutely EVERYONE....'GO' Paula 'GO'.