weird question

[mroberts99]

Hi...

I've been running for about 6 weeks, and the last couple weeks I've been running outside (prior to this was on a treadmill). Since running outside, I've been running a lot longer (due to my wife running with me). After running, I've been smelling the odor of ammonia. I searched online for "ammonia sweat" and found out this happens when the body runs out of carbs to burn for energy, so it turns to protein.

If this is true, do I need to up my intake of carbs? How long before running should I eat them? I work evenings, so I typically run around noon. Any advice on this would be great! Thanks a bunch.

Mat

[glamgurl36]

hm i have never heard this before, i would ask your doctor..i couldn't tell ya

[techgirl321]

I smell that every time I run...the longer the run the stronger the smell...
heres a link that explains it:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/ammonia.htm

Jess

[mroberts99]

That helps a lot...thanks!

[JoeC]

Try drinking a glass of apple juice one hour before training.

[ahop23]

I still think I would check with a physician or even a member of a running club. They may have suggestions as to better snacks for you to fill up on before a run.