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suburbman
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 Posted: 07/28/04 - 15:40 Post subject: Runner Cravings
I'm curious if others experience this. I run during my lunch hour when I'm at work and then eat my lunch at my desk. Several hours after running, I get these wicked cravings for junk food. We have a snack/vending machine in the office and i want to move my desk beside it for easy access.
Does anybody else experience this? Is there something my system lacks that I shoud try and supplement to stop this? What are some other alternatives that will satisfy the craving without being contradictory to my excercise?
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airehead
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Posted: 07/28/04 - 17:40 Post subject:
Yes, I have experienced these wicked cravings. Man, they can be hellabad.
The only thing I was able to do was replace the food I was craving with a lower fat/lower cal version and having a measured amount. Also, I allotted for it in my calories--in other words, I planned/allowed myself a treat.
Nothing demoralizes a body quicker than to be denied everything it used to have.
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cherylpf
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Posted: 07/28/04 - 17:55 Post subject:
yes particularly during higher mileage.
oh, and the junk food at my work is just sitting around free for the taking. Talk about a battle of will power.
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Posted: 07/28/04 - 23:03 Post subject:
I crave salt. I've also been known to crave runners. 
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Posted: 07/28/04 - 23:55 Post subject:
[I've also been known to crave runners.]
lol, elkid 
i have cravings for anything with peanut butter... and of course...chocolate!!
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suburbman
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:04 Post subject:
| elkid wrote: | | I crave salt. I've also been known to crave runners. |
Do they taste good? I would think high in salt and VERY low in fat. Kinda like, fat free potatoe chips?
Any suggestions on what to eat? I've heard Power bars might be a good alternative? I don't want to take in extra protien sources unnecessarily. I'm not training for no marathon or nothing, just trying to lose a couple of pounds.
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suburbman
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:06 Post subject:
| cherylpf wrote: | yes particularly during higher mileage.
oh, and the junk food at my work is just sitting around free for the taking. Talk about a battle of will power. |
Sounds like some form of torture. Where I work, there used to be this manager that brought in donuts and cakes and cookies like, every second day. I always said it was a way of fattening us up before selling us as slaves to aliens as a food source.
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elkid
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:15 Post subject:
| suburbman wrote: | | Any suggestions on what to eat? I've heard Power bars might be a good alternative? I don't want to take in extra protien sources unnecessarily. I'm not training for no marathon or nothing, just trying to lose a couple of pounds. |
I have had very bad experiences with Powerbars so I do not eat them anymore. EVAH. I do have their energy bites on the bike and they're good - more granola like. Why are you so concerned about not taking in extra protein? That would be your best way to lose a few pounds, since your alternative would be excessive carbs or fat.
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:20 Post subject:
I like powerbars in the mornings because they fit my routine well(I like to eat something small before I run, then a real breakfast after). Not all of them taste great, and of the ones that do taste pretty decent, I'd never really get a craving for them. I guess it's better than just loading up on chocolate though.
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suburbman
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:32 Post subject:
| Quote: | | Why are you so concerned about not taking in extra protein? |
 I only run about 4 times a week and work out a little (ride bike and other stuff on weekends) so I didn't think it was really necessary to take protien supplements, like the protien shakes. I don't know, maybe I'm wrong? I agree extra carb's are not the way to go. What about granola or nuts? Would they be a better solution? I have to admit, it's sugar that I crave when I get this way so something like peanuts or other nuts woudn't satisfy it.
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elkid
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:36 Post subject:
| suburbman wrote: | | Quote: | | Why are you so concerned about not taking in extra protein? |
I only run about 4 times a week and work out a little (ride bike and other stuff on weekends) so I didn't think it was really necessary to take protien supplements, like the protien shakes. I don't know, maybe I'm wrong? I agree extra carb's are not the way to go. What about granola or nuts? Would they be a better solution? I have to admit, it's sugar that I crave when I get this way so something like peanuts or other nuts woudn't satisfy it. |
Oh, I didn't know you meant supplements. I'd agree with you on that. I only drink protein shakes after long workouts, for recovery/rebuilding purposes. For me Swedish Fish and Flavorice work to rid myself of sugar cravings. I also like Nabs and almonds after swims. Clif Bars, too. Chocolate milk is also great.
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suburbman
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 09:47 Post subject:
| Quote: | Oh, I didn't know you meant supplements. I'd agree with you on that. I only drink protein shakes after long workouts, for recovery/rebuilding purposes. For me Swedish Fish and Flavorice work to rid myself of sugar cravings. I also like Nabs and almonds after swims. Clif Bars, too. Chocolate milk is also great.
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Well that's what someone mentioned to me. "you need to drink protien shakes after excercising." Ok. I don't think it would suffice the craving.
I like your suggestions a lot. I'll have to find out about Swedish Fish and Nabs. Though I've never heard of Clif Bars, I'm sure I can them here in Canada.
Thanks 
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 10:11 Post subject:
| suburbman wrote: | I like your suggestions a lot. I'll have to find out about Swedish Fish and Nabs. Though I've never heard of Clif Bars, I'm sure I can them here in Canada.
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Nabs = crackers with PB or cheese between them. This may be a Northeast US term for them (short for Nabisco, I think) - most people don't know then as "pack o' Nabs".
Swedish Fish = candy. Like gummy bears but not greasy.
Clif Bars - yummy. Lots o' protein. Great nutrition on the go. You can buy them online, or check here to see where you can buy them locally.
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suburbman
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Posted: 07/29/04 - 10:31 Post subject:
Mmmm stop it you tease, you're making me hungry.
Not sure about the actual brand names but I know I can get an equivalent some where. I never thought about peanut butter crackers. That would probably satisfy the craving and be healthy. Good choice.
Thanks again.
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Posted: 08/07/04 - 17:29 Post subject:
Reading this food thread has made me hungry and I have a race in 2 hours!!!
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