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Old February 9th, 2009, 01:44 PM
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I've run 2 full 26.2 mile marathons while in Atkins lifetime maintenance. No problemo either time.

I know on most running forums, its all about carb loading. Its been my experience, that I run best on high fat/protein as fuel.

Running during induction could be difficult until your body switches over to a full fat-burning metabolism. My advice would be to keep your mileage low until you get that "burst of energy" that comes from total detox from sugar/starch. Keep your fats HIGH (at least 65% of your daily intake) and also keep your protein around 30%.

I run 30-35 miles every week (and have since 2003) with no problem.

Good luck!

Betty
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