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Please help embarrassing problem when running

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katedan · 12/03/2024 21:10

I am currently training for a half marathon but can't run for more than 5km without needing a poo (sometimes VERY urgently) apart from that my training is going quite well but it is massively impacting my training. I have tried eating 2 hours before so I can poo before I run and assume not eating at all would impact my energy. I don't want to pull out of the half but I really don't know what to do. Does anyone have advice? I already take imodium before I run which does not help.

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Imustgoforarun · 12/03/2024 21:15

Imodium works for me. It isn’t unusual in runners so please don’t worry. I always go to the toilet before a long run, even if I have to wait. What are you eating the night before?

Stumpedasatree · 12/03/2024 21:13

Just wanted to say I sympathise as I pretty much have the same problem, but Imodium and going to the loo pre run does work for me. I have had serious mid race cramps and pain. Can you look into your diet at all, see if there are any triggers?