As for alcohol, here are some of the more interesting facts. We all know that neither is ever going to be in potions for eternal youth and certainly not ideal for a marathon diet. I have made midweek drinking a definite no-no from now on. On a more pleasant note, I would love to have a huge party after running the race and get totally armless, as my legs will already be somewhere else. I have been told that you are up for the lash but after half a shandy you re in a coma, fast asleep.
Drinking water is the key to the marathon as it is to the training.
Never underestimate it as it can add on miles to your performance. Always carry a bottle while training to prevent dehydration and, if you re head starts to feel funny, brights lights come and go, start seeing the Pope, stop running as it means you are overdoing it somewhat. Changing subjects just a little but if any reader is doing the marathon I would be intrigued to know how the training is going and how much you are doing. I m up to 12 mile benders and two seven milers either side. If that is a pathetic distance compared to your own training, please keep your thoughts to yourself.