Week2R1 done- but did anyone feel nauseous?

[Slushsteph]

Hi All!

I’m determined to keep going (I know, I’m still only at the very beginning!), after receiving such inspirational replies following my first post. I am so happy with my small achievement in completing week 1- and already feel slightly better now than I did at the start of week 1. However, I do find I feel slightly nauseous still at the end of each session; has anyone else encountered this? I’ve adapted my ‘run’ to be a slow jog, whereby I can talk at this speed if I wanted to (to myself!), so I’m not going too fast. I know I’ve not achieved a miracle and gained high fitness levels within just a week, but did anyone else suffer with any nausea initially? Am I doing something wrong, should I stop, or is this normal at the beginning? Any tips or advice VERY appreciated!!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

How long are you leaving between eating and running?

[Slushsteph in reply to IannodaTruffe]

It was first thing, empty stomach. I struggle with having an appetite and often only eat one meal in the evening, and I’ve already found that if I attempt to run later on in the day on an empty stomach, I feel REALLY sick- whereas first thing has felt like a better idea!

[Pinkpig20 Graduate]

When did you last eat? did you eat too soon before going out? have you not eaten enough and you have low blood sugar. I have felt a bit like this and I think it was because I pushed myself too hard.

[Slushsteph in reply to Pinkpig20]

I’ve been running first thing on an empty stomach. When do you find works best, and how long do you eat beforehand (if at all)? Would having something like a satsuma beforehand be a good idea, would you know? Thank you!!

[Pinkpig20 Graduate in reply to Slushsteph]

I would say something small and leave an hour before running. I have porridge & toast and then would go out an hour after that. Some people have a couple of digestives and go out or a banana. I don’t like bananas so can’t do that! Maybe dry crackers or oatcakes?

[Slushsteph in reply to Pinkpig20]

Excellent suggestions and advice, thank you!!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to Slushsteph]

I don't know what is causing your issue, but recommended gaps after eating is covered in the guide to the plan.