Hypoglycemia? What’s that?

September 24, 2013 · by leilanirl · in Training. ·

You have to eat, but don’t reach for the sweets!

Hypoglycemia means “low blood sugar.” Do you see spots, or get fatigued really fast when you’re running? You might have low blood sugar! This DOESN’T mean you opt for the high sugar yummies. You need a proper snack! According to runDisney’s blog (one of my favorites!), the following are perfect to give you that needed energy DURING your activity:

Sports drinks
Dried figs
Gels
Honey Sticks
Banana
Sports Beans or Blocks
Energy Bars
Gummy Bears

Now I know why my daughter crashes early during soccer! Knowing is half the battle. GI Joe! Happy running (and kicking)!

Snapshots of my Running Life

Let’s get out there!

Awesome finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine

The Finish Line. 2014 Wine and Dine.

My first bib from NQ 2012

My first race at TPC Sawgrass.

My sister and I – 2014 Princess Half Marathon

2014 Corporate Run. Next time, I’m asking for a performance shirt. It was WAY too hot for cotton.

On my way to a PR at the 2014 Corporate Run

I started out a little too hard and my calves and shins paid the price. Lesson: listen to the experienced ones!

Waiting and freezing in the corral. 2014 Wine and Dine.

Running through the Magic Kingdom – 2014 Princess Half Marathon

My husband and I at the 2014 Wine and Dine.

2017 WDW Marathon – At ESPN just after I sprained my right ankle. I don’t look injured, right? That was the plan.

Crossing the Line at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon

Right after I was cleared to run after my third baby, I registered for NQ. Great race and awesome energy. “Never quit” is my mantra.

2016 Star Wars Half – The Darkside. My husband’s first 13.1!

In the Potty Line with my sister, Charry – 2014 PHM

A PR at the 2014 Corporate Run

Never Quit 2013 was my second race after having my third baby. Ran the Donna 5K the day before.

My second race, Creekside High

I am no means a flexible person, but practicing yoga has helped my ITBS and my body greatly.

What a finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.

My sister and I at the 2014 Disney Princess Half Marathon

For my long runs, I wear my Asics Nimbus 14. You need that support and cushion. These shoes are about to be retired. They have about 120+ road miles.

These pants are comfy, practical, and just plain awesome after a run (and for yoga)!

I got too many treats at the 2014 Wine and Dine finish line.

My shins and calves were saved by CEP compression sleeves.

2016 Star Wars Kids Races – The Darkside. My little man came missed the start, but ran hard and got second!

Working at the 2012 26.2 with Donna Marathon. Surrounded by inspirational people.

Met up with my sister before the race – 2014 Princess Half Marathon

I am so proud of this top-5% overall finish at the 2014 Wine and Dine

Made this banner to inspire me.

Huge smile. Huge finish. 2014 Wine and Dine.

New Balance’s Minimus Fours are great for those short easy runs and a day at Disney.

After running the Donna 5K at The Players, my friend (and an inspiration) Leah and I picked up our packets for the Never Quit 5K for the next day. Hard core!

My aunt Susan, my sister Charry, and me at the 2014 Gate River Run

I saw this shirt at Animal Kingdom and thought it was perfect.

Yours truly.

My babies, March 2013

2017 WDW Marathon – Finished with a sprained right ankle. I was on pace to finish a 3:50 race, but got injured after mile-19. I feel good about this race because I EARNED it. I finished two minutes faster than my first marathon though!