Caffeine And Running - How Much Can It Help?

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Join Rick and Kate as they delve into the science behind caffeine to discover if caffeine can improve your running. Find out the positives and negatives of drinking coffee and hear from TRC as we bust common coffee drinking myths.
↓↓ Are you a caffeine junkie or would you prefer to steer clear? Let us know in the comments below ↓↓
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0:00 Intro
1:06 The Benefits
3:34 The Drawbacks
5:35 Common Myths
6:48 When/Where/How?
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@runningchannel 3 года назад

Are you a caffeine junkie or would you prefer to steer clear? Let us know in the comments below 👇

@ivylovesrunning 3 года назад

I steer clear as the negative side effects aren't worth it.

@anthonymarconi761 3 года назад

Caffeine is life! Leveraged responsively of course 😅 And good on you for calling out the dehydration myth. I don't know why this one is still around...

@Briansgate 3 года назад

Both. I prefer to steer clear, but, I AM a junkie!

@kevinabate6056 3 года назад

You push the red button all the time and the magic juice is gonna stop working. Serious. It will, I guess, boost your metabolism and help burn fat, but you watch those metabolic changes or you'll lose muscle mass to that fast metabolism and then what happens is that you're stuck with the side effects AND losing fitness, if you do not eat enough to compensate. The smell of ammonia does not come from burning fat, it comes from burning protein---which WILL lead to loss of muscle and fitness if left unchecked. Burn a thousand extra calories in a workout and then STILL have an elevated metabolic rate for another half a day----you have to eat a four thousand calorie diet (4000kcal) just to maintain your body structure if you weigh less than 9 or 10 stone. Burning the candle at both ends will eventually lead to osteoporosis.

@scott_strool 3 года назад

I drink coffee everyday and run almost everyday. So it's safe to say running helps me drink more coffee.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Haha! I think I'm the same, Scott! Thanks for watching!

@coastermadab 3 года назад

Even though he’s injured right now, Rick looks well - both physically and mentally. That’s good to see. Thanks for sharing your journey with us Rick.

@RunAllTheMiles 3 года назад

I gave up caffeine a few months ago, I feel much more energetic throughout the day, sleep better and runnings going well, won't be going back personally 😀👍

@runningchannel 3 года назад

That's great to hear! Well done and thanks for watching 😊

@burbsl1672 2 года назад

I need to take a break from caffeine.

@Ali94749 3 года назад

Best running channel on RU-vid. Your all so real and its nice to see a range of levels. It's hard to relate to other channels where everyone runs 3 hour marathons.

@Ali94749 3 года назад

Do you have a patreon or something so we can support the channel?

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks Alastair! We really appreciate it 😊

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Awww thank you! At the moment, no, but we do have a fantastic merch store which all goes to support the channel: the-running-channel.creator-spring.com/

@Tara_Masika 3 года назад

Coffee = run = need a pee = run faster to get home 🤣

@lucyaris9339 3 года назад

😄😄

@oualidoualid3045 3 года назад

It's also gives you Diarrhea

@mintravel2762 2 года назад

Agree… 😂😂

@macewindex564 6 месяцев назад

@@oualidoualid3045 you're drinking some weird ass coffee

@ben_imaging 3 года назад

Caffeine makes me anxious even in very small amounts. However, I've found that having a coffee before a run is fine. It's like that nervous energy doesn't have time to develop as it's being used to run. My best runs have been after a cup of black coffee and a protein shake.

@linneawestberg6435 3 года назад

you might like matcha! it gives me all the energy and focus that coffee does but far less of that jittery, hyped, anxious feeling. great for me when i need to study:)

@atheosmachina 3 года назад

Caffeine does the same to me; running/exercise helps with serotonin regulation which is crucial in warding off anxiety and depression. You might even find that having a coffee after your run, rather than before, is also fine. But don't have any more than that in a day, especially in the afternoon/evening as that'll affect sleep (at least that's the case for me), and good sleep is another crucial mechanism to regulate serotonin levels.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

That's interesting Ben, thanks for sharing 😊

@carlhumanbcrab 3 года назад

I did just chug a monster and get a mile pb so before watching this, I'm guessing yes!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Awesome! Well done!

@Singapore-Aviation72 3 года назад

Ya know I’ve done pretty nice 3 mile runs drinking zero calorie monster.

@andypcguy1 3 года назад

Coffee seems to raise my resting HR by 3-4bpm and it takes about a week for the resting HR to go back down. I discovered this when I quit Coffee for a month. A week after quitting the resting HR goes down. I've repeated the experiment a few times with consistent results.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Very interesting Andrew!

@lilkasparov 3 года назад

Good morning running channel team, thanks for your amazing videos. I lately added to my breakfast before running a marathon, a cup of coffee, and since I got better results.

@richardkennard5456 3 года назад

Yes to the caffeine definitely. And hey Rick I had my left knee totally replaced in 2016 I'm still running I'm 67 years old now. You definitely can come back from knee injuries. Love the show you guys keep up the good work.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks so much Richard!

@IainMabbott 3 года назад

I always have a coffee first thing before running. Nice to hear I'm doing the right thing!

@logisticallychallenged 3 года назад

As both a huge coffee snob and a runner I was excited to see this! Worth noting also that the caffeine content of coffee is highly variable - robusta (the cheaper coffee most commonly used in instant coffees) has a higher caffeine content than arabica (the nice stuff). And darker roasts have less caffeine than lighter ones! Personally I drink 1-2 cups of light-roast arabica, pourover brewed, before I run :)

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks so much for sharing that Mike! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊

@pyrophilia2645 3 года назад

A yawn is a silent scream for coffee. Coffee is love coffee is life. Coffee mantras aside, I definitely perform physical activities far more efficiently after a good strong coffee!! Definitely keeps me feeling "locked in and feeling it" to the music on the weekly long run!!! This is a great video!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

@bgbusdriver 3 года назад

Lot of myths I was cultivating got busted. Thanks a lot for the informative bytes

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Glad you found the video helpful 😊

@wood7315 3 года назад

Another interesting and well documented video, thank you !

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@janosik4984 3 года назад

This is exactly what I was wondering about lastly. Thanx! 🥇👍

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Happy to help!

@haroldsmith1213 3 года назад

great topic coffee has become intertwined in our day ,yet finding out when to have it before or after a run is something i never bothered checking into, i always did it after,no wonder im so slow hahaha,great topic , thanks so much for always presenting your topics with humor.stay safe guys and keep the faith ,cheers

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks so much Harold! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

@runjt7175 3 года назад

Yes it can! Before, during and after running!

@thegooglereviewguys6946 Год назад

What an incredibly insightful video! I love caffeine especially delivered through coffee. It would sure be nice if there were pods that had my specified dose of caffeine before training and performance days.

@vivienblack5321 3 года назад

Pleased to hear of the benefits of caffeine after a run. First thing I always do after a run is put the kettle on!

@karensau8154 3 года назад

Pre run coffee and post run tea works for me, especially on the weekends 👌

@brookeworm18 3 года назад

Ya know, I didn’t think I needed a reason to drink more coffee, but you just gave me one! ☕️🏃‍♀️

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Enjoy Brooke! 😊

@ankulchoudhary4794 3 года назад

Good knowledge। Thank you so much

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for watching 😊

@RockykiRiya 3 месяца назад

Thanks for info Love from India ❤️

@GuapoDad 3 года назад

Great video. Thanks!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Glad you liked it!

@lucyaris9339 3 года назад

I love coffee, but never really thought about when to have it re running, definitely will have on eyesore my runs to see if it benefits me :)

@p5rsona 3 года назад

Really interesting studies, thanks!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Glad you found it helpful 😊

@mitchellatkins9701 3 года назад

Can see Kate that this is your passion!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks so much for watching Mitchell 😊

@michaelkinahan1829 3 года назад

I've watched a lot of caffeine running videos. This is by far the best/ most informative I've seen. If only I could sacrifice the five coffees a day coming up to race day 😂

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks so much Michael! Glad you've found it helpful 😊

@michaelkinahan1829 3 года назад

@@runningchannel you set yourselves a high standard folks. I'd expect nothing less 😃

@waynehearne5498 3 года назад

Caffeine definitely helps me especially if I am doing a early run. Gets me perked up for a run. 😄

@andrewvalente6186 2 года назад

Love coffee have 2 coffees before any run 🏃‍♀️ and on half marathon i have coffee and pecan gels from veloforte they are amazing. Thanks for all the great content andy Weymouth xx

@fatrunner 3 года назад

I use revvies strips for long runs and they are excellent. I've also used them for 5k PB attempts.

@bumpincar 3 года назад

Coffee helps me get started on the days I don’t run first thing. And if I do, enjoy the post run cup as well. If I’m trying to go fast or far, I’ve tried both the gels and gum. They work well, but I’ve found when doing both types together I need to watch the “feel goods” ahead of a run or else I go out too fast.

@marcelinoiiitalam8585 3 года назад

Coffee is my day starter.

@ipman5418 3 года назад

Did u just smash this video together in the 3hrs since gcn posted theirs? Impressive.

@albertlundgotfredsen3548 3 года назад

I thought the same thing🙂

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Hahaha - total coincidence!

@Monuyadav-hj9tu 3 года назад

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@avinashbhogun 3 года назад

I normally drink two cups of coffee (max) in any given day (americano with oat-milk) but never before a run/race. I once consumed an SIS caffeine gel at mile 19 in a marathon, that was an intense hit! Which gave the desired effect instantly. Maybe I will try that again for my next marathon as it helped. Also,Rick standing, unaided? Tres bien!!!

@grahamwillow9810 3 года назад

Rick, How are You?

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing this - good to hear the caffeine gel gave you the much needed boost as well!

@yinhoukhor7109 3 года назад

Not actually a fan of the normal warm coffee but a good iced coffee after a run is certainly nice.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Hmmmm great idea [makes iced coffee...]

@NBSWELDING 9 дней назад

Great video

@myriamb.4692 3 года назад

Also remember that caffeine and vitamin/mineral absorption are not good friends so try to leave an hour or so between your coffee and your vitamin/mineral-rich meals or supplements 😊 all the best and thank you for the great video as always 😍

@nathanmorrischannel 3 года назад

News to me, thank you for this insight!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks so much for sharing Myriam 😊

@viveviveka2651 2 года назад

Caffeine gum is preferred by the military for several reasons, including quicker absorption (via buccal mucosa). Caffeine mouth rinses are similarly fast-acting. Caffeine nasal sprays may stimulate additional nerves.

@almorrison2040 3 года назад

I drink coffee as an occasional treat, but, have been trying a large beetroot juice with a double Espresso chaser for my last few long runs and I have to say, they have all been very enjoyable. I'm no record breaker, but I am definitely running them better than in previous sessions.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing Al - this is really interesting! Great to hear it's helping you 😊

@almorrison2040 3 года назад

@@runningchannel check out the research on Beetroot Juice for endurance athletes (I use terms endurance and athlete very loosely when discussing myself).

@jassaljs 3 года назад

I love my coffee after my runs!!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Great! Thanks for watching 😊

@nathandavies327 3 года назад

I tend to have a coffee before a run, but that's because I have coffee with breakfast and generally run after breakfast and before work/the rest of the day. On long runs I will have a caffeine gel, and on really long runs I'll have a revvies strip with me too.

@19Kamau79 3 года назад

Maybe I would have coffee before 1mile or 5K race but certainly not before Marathon or 50K as early increased heart rate leads to ultimate collapse after legendary 20miles but starting to have caffeine drinks at late stage (after 18mile) of long race feels beneficial as heart rate already has increased and won't go down before finish line. All personal and individual opinions but safe to try at home ☺️

@grumpusm1651 3 года назад

I drink coffee so I am pleasant. All the bonuses of helping me perform better is just icing on the 🍰.

@janicegagnon2294 3 года назад

Always start the day with a coffee and then a run.

@zeldeaangelica6028 3 года назад

I drink Coffee every day,I like coffee black Coffee my favourite and yes I drink a cup of coffee before my runs. It give me energy.

@charleneferguson5107 3 года назад

I drink a couple of cups of coffee and avocado on a bagel before my long run and noticed the energy boost. Works for me.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Sounds good, Charlene! Thanks for watching 😊

@mayabdelwareth7124 3 года назад

It is a shot of coffee and 1 date for me before a run. Works magic 😍

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Sounds great! Thanks for sharing 😊

@crazydave333 3 года назад

I do a cup of plain English Breakfast before a run, and maybe another one after. Been drinking more herbal tea lately to reduce my dependency.

@geoffclarke8934 3 года назад

Always have a mug of coffee before a race, long run or interval session. For me, it leads to a noticeable improvement in my running.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

That's great Geoff! Thanks for sharing 😊

@wasp1622 3 года назад

Hey Rick, hope you're doing ok with your recovery!

@Ultrarunnerdad 3 года назад

My go to for caffeine hit is Caffeine Bullet chews, Nice and easy to carry on a run and easy to chew while running.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing that Chris 😊

@irisr4536 3 года назад

I love cappuccino, cafe macchiato or an espresso. I definitely have 1 cup before my workout.

@bouffon1 3 года назад

I actually put chili into my pre-run coffee. Especially useful when it gets humid.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

That's really great tip! Thanks for sharing 😊

@BethanyBlount 3 года назад

I definitely get a power boost from caffeine, but I have to be careful not to drink too much. Fueling food wise is key for me to balance my caffeine consumption and the happiness of my stomach. (I easily fall victim to nausea from over-caffeination.) I've also found that my body needs more like eight (or more hours depending on the caffeine's source) to metabolize the caffeine enough to not spend half the night tossing and turning. Caffeine and I are frenemies.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Balancing is definitely important Bethany 😊. Thanks so much for watching!

@NoNameNoLastName 3 года назад

You forgot the main one - a good quality espresso tastes mighty fine! Corollary: a tall glass of water follow by an espresso first thing in the morning is the best way to summon the poop gods before a race :-)

@Kelly_Ben 3 года назад

🤣😂

@lyinginbed 3 года назад

A big cup of death wish before a run is awesome roughly 60mg

@Kelly_Ben 3 года назад

I cut WAY back on coffee (3x a day to 1-2x a week) due to frequent migraines and heart palpitations. It definitely helped, but man I miss it!! I now save it for before long runs or on very tired days. I didn't know about the glycogen recovery!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing Kelly! Glad you found it helpful 😊

@lukedaniel7669 3 года назад

My parkrun PB is 20.18 so when it comes back I'll be having a coffee beforehand, 12-13 seconds will make all the difference for hitting sub-20!

@samspade2399 3 года назад

Yes, the study that found 1% improvement, maybe i need a cuppa before parkrun to finally break the sub-20 barrier 😕

@ohaiitsarielle 3 года назад

Caffeine doesn’t only help with my mood and energy, but (TMI!!!) it helps with the pre-run/pre-race 💩 🤣🤣🤣

@quatie 2 года назад

Yup

@user-lg4zu7ro2s 4 месяца назад

So as coaffieme intake can elevate heart rate , caffeine sensitivity varies from person to person, how can we know if coffee is safe for us before cardio and how much is too much ?

@04alex 3 года назад

I started trying out caffeine but I think I had too much once? 2 piece of Nick Simmonds Run Gum and a coffee earlier that day and felt really sick at the end and after my 5k TT, heart rate was very high which made it harder to push during the run

@mk23hk 3 года назад

I always have a cup of coffee about a half hour before I run. Just a habit I've had for years. Morning runs only now that I think about it. My energy fuel during long runs also have caffeine. Have to watch that though as I get to jittery or anxious with to much caffeine.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing, Mike 😊

@annettefrench-bearden5193 3 года назад

I can’t get moving with out my coffee ☕️ in the morning Death Wish preferred. Also revived caffeine strips while running. I guess you would say I’m a caffeine addict 🤪 but after 12 noon no caffeine for me 😊

@Rafy_Pt 3 года назад

El café es la sangre que empuja el sueño de los campeones! 💪🏼

@daveconvoy5793 3 года назад

¿Qué?😂😂

@noahbreker5926 Год назад

Would pre-workout deliver the same results as coffee?

@Matt_Kraczon 3 года назад

Love my coffee, do try to limit it to the morning .

@viveviveka2651 2 года назад

I haven't yet seen a study determining the minimum abstention period. Can you take caffeine once a week and still get maximum results, equal to abstaining for two months or more? Or is it more like two weeks? Or twice a week? Has anyone seen a good study on this?

@mrblue4233 3 года назад

I have a good strong cup tea and a banana about hour before i go running, it helped me with my morning runs,

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing 😊

@wheelfree 3 года назад

I bonked once while cycling, visited a nearby McD and grabbed a cup of coke. Wow. I thought it's the sugar in it. Now I know it's the combination of that and caffeine. I'm a coke guy ;-)

@shubhamyadav7462 3 года назад

How much one should take before a cross country run?if he is of 19

@brianjames2000 3 года назад

Lol I don't know how to get out there without having had a cup of coffee an hour earlier. I shudder at the thought.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

I know what you mean Brian! Just seems part of my routine now... Thanks so much for watching 😊

@Jarzur 3 года назад

I see a problem we have in Spain with wine. There is lots of research about how alcohol is good for health. With some help from other cooperative countries(about beer). I am not saying anyone on the channel is bought ro say anything, but rather that finding real a curate information is hard now at days

@linneawestberg6435 3 года назад

i get soo easily affected by coffee meanwhile my bf can have it before bed and not be affected at all! pros and cons lol! ive found matcha to be a really super great alternative to coffee as it gives you all the benefits of the caffeine but much less of that stressed jittery feeling, not nice to be so hyped up that u cant focus when i usually have it after lunch to get me through studying all afternoon

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Good to know Linnea! Thanks for sharing 😊

@And-rc9yy 3 года назад

At 2:05 Kate tells us caffeine can burn fat as fuel, thus conserving glycogen stores. I was under the impression that burning fat is far less efficient than glycogen, hence why when we get to around 20 miles in a marathon we can hit the wall because we've run down our bodies store of glycogen. My personal experience shows that if a heavy coffee drinker abstains from caffeine for a month prior to competition they will get a noticeable boost. I haven't personally experienced this in an endurance event such as a marathon. Perhaps caffeine would cause the body to run on part fat, part glycogen during the race. If this is the case then theoretically you'd have some glycogen left in reserve for that last 6 miles of the marathon. Anyone got any thoughts on this?

@daltonruns5221 3 года назад

I am a coffee addict, but can't drink it prior to running...at least if it's first thing in the morning. Coffee before a morning run can give me a sketchy stomach or heartburn. Of course grabbing a cup immediately after my run is a weekly tradition ☕❤

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for watching Dalton 😊

@ericdunthorne1981 3 года назад

I get little to no effect from caffeine. I need to take at least 400mg to notice any effects. I genuinely skip it all together. The biggest impact that I've noticed on my trail running is hydration. If I don't hydrate enough I'm often sluggish. A banana, egg or two and 20 - 30 oz of water before my warm up is perfect for me. Thanks for the video I appreciate the info.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Eric!

@keyowilson5695 3 года назад

I do drink coffee, but I haven't had a cup before running. But since it can help runners go longer and faster.... maybe I should give it a try? And I don't do more than 24 ounces of coffee (usually it's just 16), so at least I don't worry about drinking too much.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Hey Keyo - thanks for watching! It might be worth a try for sure! Go gently - if you're not used to caffeine it's best to introduce it slowly.

@nikkichan_05 2 года назад

I never drink coffee or tea...is that okay? I only drink in certain occasions and also never before run? Should I start driving coffee, I like coffee, it's just I don't drink too much. I'm totally confused...I mean I love to run but you say it can actually help with my run...idk

@debasishsen9397 3 года назад

Generally in India, we prepare coffee with milk n sugar. Is this good from a runners point of view or a runner should have black coffee as an energy booster?

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for watching! Yes, for the purposes of this video, we're talking about caffeine as in black coffee - not with added sugar. Hope this helps 😊

@ldma 3 года назад

I usually take a caffeinated Hi5 tablet in a drink and sip it every time I feel tired...get great results...at least better than if I don't.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing 😊

@armaanmhate2911 3 года назад

Hey it would be so great if the running channel could interview david Goggins!!

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for the suggestion 😊

@burbsl1672 2 года назад

My runs get so much more relaxed without caffeine. Lower heart rate more control

@NineLivess762 3 года назад

Any chance we can get an update on Anna’s Boston challenge!?

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Hey Daniel! We actually gave a little training diary update on social media today which you can watch here: instagram.com/p/COZtKZorsy7/? The next video instalment will be out in early June 😊

@stacylamb5607 3 года назад

Yup coffee before every morning run but not on my Friday before dinner run

@eoincasey5461 3 года назад

GCN just put a video out today about caffeine also !

@lyinginbed 3 года назад

Gcn?

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Ha! We're clearly on the same wavelength! Thanks so much for watching 😊

@chrisdawes3944 3 года назад

both good. although i am a sucker for olly doing science

@patrickedwards5804 3 года назад

@@lyinginbed Global Cyclying Network.

@kevinabate6056 3 года назад

TFW that workout was supposed to be super easy... 🤪😬🤪😬🤪

@MrArnie82 11 месяцев назад

Always after never before

@ranjankc121 3 года назад

Hi how is Rick? He had bis leg surgery and after that video there is o update of his recovery?

@runningchannel 3 года назад

He's recovering well, thanks for asking! We'll have a new video update soon 😊

@toastbread3003 3 года назад

Caffeine is the ultimate PED: safe, legal and effective. It does make me more anxious though.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Thanks for watching! Do you control how much you drink caffeine?

@toastbread3003 3 года назад

@@runningchannel I used to drink about 5 cups a day but the anxiety and insomnia was stupid. Now, 1 a day and not after lunchtime unless I'm doing a more intense session in the evening!

@grahamhowes3912 3 года назад

Hey guys! Excellent video, as always, thank you! I am a coffee enthusiast and I do drink a fair amount (around 4-6 cups), especially in winter. I have experience with the "quick onset" benefits of caffeine while running, however, I was unaware that it can be good for glycogen uptake. Thanks for that! On the negative side (maybe someone on your side can clarify this?) I have read that caffeine can promote protein degradation and inhibit protein synthesis. If this is the case, would it be better then to avoid caffeine during recovery periods?

@skirtonbear1 3 года назад

When you say, “3 cups of coffee” do you mean 3 multiplied by 8 ounces, or 3 multiplied by a 12 ounce coffee mug? My mugs hold 12-14 ounces of coffee, but a cup as a measure is 8 ounces.

@rhinopaul 3 года назад

I'm normally a tea drinker but for 2 weeks I started drinking about 4 mugs of coffee a day. It wasn't good for me, I started getting quite bad aching legs so stopped drinking it completely, it took about a week to recover. Coffee also for me never makes me more alert or gives me an energy feel.

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Interesting - was there a particular reason why you switched to coffee? Sorry to hear you had a bad reaction to it.

@rhinopaul 3 года назад

@@runningchannel I was having a lazy few weeks, it was easier to make 🤣which made it easier to drink more. I would normally just have one or two coffees a week. I'm glad I stopped drinking it and am all good to go again. Thanks for the reply.

@AjayKumar-hi4pe Год назад

Coffee or tea doesn't work for me either i always feel sleepy after a cup of coffee , but caffeine pills or red bull and other sorts of synthetic caffeine seems to work well for me , maybe you should try that.

@brumsgrub8633 3 года назад

I used to always have espresso before a run, my machine don't work anymore so obviously don't have one, I've not noticed a difference to be honest, so i won't start again when i get my new machine

@RobManser77 3 года назад

I’ve never really consumed caffeine. I’ve never had a drop of tea or coffee, and don’t really eat chocolate, just a bit at Easter once a year. I tried a Maurten Caf gel a few months ago 😃 I ended up in bed all day with nasty stomach pains 😮

@runningchannel 3 года назад

Oh no - sorry to hear this Rob!

@toastbread3003 3 года назад

I completely quit coffee for about 2 years because my consumption had gotten ridiculous. The first coffee after that break had me sweating buckets with a splitting headache 😅

@RobManser77 3 года назад

@@runningchannel It was worth a go!

@RobManser77 3 года назад

I should swiftly add that Maurten gels and drinks are amazing and I use them in all my training and racing. I’ve never once had any issues at all. It’s just caffeine my body can’t handle.