Throwing up

[UtrinqueParatus]

Hi guys i dont know if this is normal or not but every time i go running or speed marching up the local "mountain" i get to the top and throw up and get dizzy, now i dont know if this is because of the effort ive put in because my heart is beating so fast at this point it sounds like its humming or because of the altitude. Ive heard of people getting sick from altitude but i thought that was only for the likes of snowdonia and bigger mountains. Also should i continue training after throwing up or not?

Any Ideas?

[Sarastro]

You won't get altitude sickness up any mountain in Britain, tallest peak is only 1,350 meters above sea level, you need to go a fair bit above 2,000 meters to feel the first signs.

Sounds like the effort to me, have a lighter breakfast / lunch before you go up

[UtrinqueParatus]

I only had 2 weetabix....

Rice cake tomorrow then.....

Thanks for clearing up the altitude sickness angle though

[got1]

Get a decent breakfast into you before you start running up "mountains" ( "I only had two wheatabix"). It will also make it easier to spew up

[EXREG]

I think its cos your so god damn airborne and you just dont know when to stop

[Spence]

There are many reasons why you may throw up, especially after a taxing session.

The most obvious reasons why you may vomit include hydration levels and diet considerations, what you eat, when and how much. Try experimenting until you find what works for you. Don't forget about the shunting of blood away from gastrointestinal tract to working muscles; your stomach responds by trying to expel contents involuntarily.

Another potential cause includes a change in blood pH produced by the anaerobic metabolism of pyruvic acid. Low levels of lactic acid are normally produced from glucose via normal glycolytic pathways; however, if increased lactate production or decreased use occurs, lactate can accumulate.

Spence

[UtrinqueParatus]

Thanks for all your comments will take the diet information onboard...

What about continuing afterwards i normally carry on and run home afterwards ( about 5 miles ) is this advisable or not? My body feels shaky straight after throwing up but after the run home i usually feel great.

Cheers

[_chris]

Stomach Queasiness
There's nothing like the sensation of fighting with your food long after you've eaten it - for example, while trying to finish a race or training run. Some runners have more sensitive stomachs than others, and running has a funny way of turning those little sensitivities into full-blown crises - and always when you're miles away from home.
Now what? Depending on your tolerance for public vomiting, you might want to take the shortest route to relief (and take comfort in the fact that you're neither the first runner nor the last to lose their lunch). A less dramatic option is to take a breather and walk for a while. Even sit on a bench or on the ground for a minute if that helps. Pregnant women have been known to nibble on crackers to quell morning sickness, and some runners keep an energy bar on hand for the same reason - a little bit of food can help when nausea strikes.
Never again! Know your stomach's idiosyncrasies - and obey them. If you're travelling overseas, stick to familiar foods where possible. Don't skip the pre-run food entirely. Eat at least a few bites of a bagel, banana or energy bar before heading out. If you have a bigger meal, eat it at least an hour before you start your run (experiment to find your own personal cut-off time).

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/news/arti ... 30&v=1&sp=

[jezb]

Sounds obvious, but are you leaving enough time between eating and training?

[UtrinqueParatus]

I left 2 hours between eating and training. Ive tried again today but eat a banana just before training and then another one when i got to the top of the mountain and all was well i dont know scientific terms for what was happening but i know that this has helped today and hopefully will continue to thanks for all your comments and help, much appreciated....

[jezb]

I do quite a lot of hillwalking/mountaineering, and personally find that little and often is the best way to go with eating - and importantly the same with taking fluids. Using something like a platypus or camelback makes this easy.

I know someone who takes antacids because they are often sick during activity due to acid build up and this helps settle his stomach.

[sloth]

bollocks to all of that id be more worried about running around wearing a reg t shirt before you have earned the right because that pisses folk off no end

word of warning airborne paraphanelia are for guys who have dsone the course not those who want to guys in n4 par that turn up with any kit with cap badge on it (even there kit bag are in for a hard time wait till you have passed p coy before you start posting pics of yourself in reg kit might save anoyying a few peeps

(this isnt a dig by the way just some fereindly advice seen it happen before)

[EXREG]

bollocks to all of that id be more worried about running around wearing a reg t shirt before you have earned the right because that pisses folk off no end

Yeah but how will he look well 'ARD in front of his civvy mates then?

[Sully]

Rice cakes bananas and weetabix won't get you anywhere - have some decent scran before you go into the hills or do any prolonged phys. You're not an athlete - you're a warrior. I don't know what it's like at depot (probably similar) but every morning at CTC we had cereals, toast, the full monty fry up and pints of tea and we still all lost weight (stacks of it).

It a good tip about the rig as well - it's on most peoples list of 'pet hates' (you'll probably hear that phrase a few times). On the RM thread I read about a PRMC where one lad had a RM tattoo - he may as well had 'fail me' stamped on his swede

Good effort on the hill work though - nobody becomes a soldier in the gym.