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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would experiment and find what works for you, then be prepared to adapt over time.  I used to take Gatorade on any run longer than 7 miles and gu on any run longer than 12.  Now I that I run 13-14 every Saturday, I don't bother to even take water unless it's hot.[/quote]

Agree.  There is no right answer.  You have to play around and figure out what works for you.  When I'm doing a long training run or a marathon, I eat something (usually a half a banana and a half of a bagel with peanut butter) about an hour before I head out.  I'm usually feeling like I need to eat again somewhere around mile 21.  The gels work.  But for me, they aren't any better than a couple of bites of banana or a fig neuton.

To stay hydrated, I drink mostly water.  The only time I add a sports drink is if it's really hot or I'm running more than 12 miles.  Even then, I alternate between water and sports drink.

As far as having to go to the bathroom - We've all heard of the runners trots.  It it hits, it hits.  There isn't much you can do other than adjust your diet.[/quote]

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