The Science of Distance Running

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This week Reactions is taking a look at the chemistry behind marathon running. The science that goes on in athlete's bodies is pretty neat. Athletes push their bodies for miles and deal with cramping, dehydration and every runner's worst fear: that extreme form of fatigue called "hitting the wall." Why is endurance running so difficult? With the New York City Marathon kicking off this Sunday, Reactions runs through the science of distance running: why muscles burn, how sweat cools the body and the chemistry of runner's high.
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Writer:
Amelia Winthrop
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Scientific Consultant/Narrator:
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Eric Sobolewski, Ph.D.
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Пікірлер: 172

  • @mannyquintanilla4382
    @mannyquintanilla43822 жыл бұрын

    I started running during covid started I wasn't trying to stay home.. I was at 315 pounds.. running was hard I couldn't even do a mile. I would get tired by every block.. it was hell. I kept pushing and now I weight 155 pounds I am 6 feet tall and I can do 4 miles without stopping.. sometimes I push it for more at times I can do 5 miles. In under 45 mins. I love fucking running. It's amazing..

  • @Buztalu
    @Buztalu4 жыл бұрын

    I always hit the wall when I run to the bathroom with the lights off.

  • @patrickstock8568

    @patrickstock8568

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lol wow

  • @ceannasai5731

    @ceannasai5731

    3 жыл бұрын

    YES!!!!! 😀 Comment of the week 🏆

  • @alexnalli422

    @alexnalli422

    2 жыл бұрын

    You should rather sleep at home.

  • @JamesMGarrenisme

    @JamesMGarrenisme

    2 жыл бұрын

    Made my day 😎

  • @larissaboyt1547

    @larissaboyt1547

    2 жыл бұрын

    What 😭

  • @singerboy3012
    @singerboy30127 жыл бұрын

    I ran my first marathon on Sunday in Franktfurt and i can recommend it to anyone. The feeling when you cross the finish line is incredible, its way better than pot and just lets you feel amazing! PS.: Avoid stairways the day afterwards ^^

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    Congrats!

  • @BiggiemanMD
    @BiggiemanMD6 жыл бұрын

    As a physician and runner, I loved this simple but accurate merging of science and the athletic experience.

  • @nikitaw1982

    @nikitaw1982

    4 жыл бұрын

    A lady at the gym sells ketone drink on the side that she said stimulate ketosis, I don't know the name sorry. when u r long distance running and hit the wall could a ketone drink speed up the transition or shorten time until "get over the wall"?

  • @wrkin90044
    @wrkin900445 жыл бұрын

    I ran 20 miles outside last december just for the hell of it. I did experience a runners high, which is basically just an extreme feeling of relaxation.

  • @anamorphicalan
    @anamorphicalan7 жыл бұрын

    i am a distance runner

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    🏃🏃🏃

  • @juacraftz9151

    @juacraftz9151

    6 жыл бұрын

    me too 😝

  • @mustangxc0113

    @mustangxc0113

    6 жыл бұрын

    Same here, it's fun, isn't it? lol

  • @nicholasgomez9762

    @nicholasgomez9762

    6 жыл бұрын

    i bet ur bad at running

  • @theabbottintervention1134

    @theabbottintervention1134

    5 жыл бұрын

    I run the mile, two, and 5k really fast. But I have done marathons too.

  • @HannaAnderberg
    @HannaAnderberg7 жыл бұрын

    Great job on this episode!

  • @mrbqkc
    @mrbqkc7 жыл бұрын

    I like this one because I'm a runner. I'm training for my 4th marathon 😊

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    Damn--go you!

  • @youngking2067

    @youngking2067

    4 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome . I'm 17 and 2 months ago I got into running daily . The most I've ran was 10 miles . I want run marathons . How can I train to get there ?

  • @ananda_miaoyin
    @ananda_miaoyin2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for understanding of how and why O2 affect glycogen breakdown. Training for my first official marathon right now. My "wall" when much younger was around 13-14 miles in. After that hell was past, I could run forever.

  • @elizabethlancaster6695
    @elizabethlancaster66955 жыл бұрын

    New runner, just did 10K for the first time yesterday! 1 hr 4 min. Goal is to work up to a half marathon eventually. Biggest advice I could give, do not go too fast! Find your comfortable pace!! I’m doing a 9-10min per mile pace & that feels good but when I started I was doing 7 min & couldn’t last. It’s OK to go slower! 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️

  • @bojabang2188

    @bojabang2188

    5 жыл бұрын

    Don’t give other people advice if you run a 10K in over 40 minutes

  • @rickyyoung2827

    @rickyyoung2827

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@bojabang2188 Not going out too fast is good advice for all levels and abilities

  • @bojabang2188

    @bojabang2188

    5 жыл бұрын

    NOTHANKS NOTHANKS It’s good to go out fast.

  • @JamesValentineBaja1000

    @JamesValentineBaja1000

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@bojabang2188 Exactly my thoughts lol

  • @luckycharm5757

    @luckycharm5757

    4 жыл бұрын

    damn, that's a pretty decent fast time

  • @ghotlygamer
    @ghotlygamer3 жыл бұрын

    1 mile as fast as I can go and then a mile of sprints, very effective and feels great afterwards

  • @danieladshead9867
    @danieladshead98675 жыл бұрын

    A runner for sure , but lately, more time on the couch 🛋, had a few issues plantar fasciitis , general ankle and knee issues 😬 ! Having said that , I did a 5.3km race on Saturday in around 30minutes

  • @mustafaaktas6690
    @mustafaaktas66904 жыл бұрын

    This route is from Bethesda MD to Georgetown DC. My favorite biking route.

  • @tigerlee9613
    @tigerlee96134 жыл бұрын

    I've ran about over 100 half and full marathons. Yes, I'm addicted to running. It not only keeps you healthy, it's any easy sport to access. All you need are a good pair of running shoes and some running clothes, and you're good to go. Whether you are running for 15 minutes or 2 hours, you can just go by a near by park or run around your neighborhood. It's just so convenient.

  • @diarysexologist
    @diarysexologist7 жыл бұрын

    Great video!

  • @joegentry7525
    @joegentry75257 жыл бұрын

    Distance runner (marathon at 16) and chemistry nerd! Nice channel.

  • @derwaechter01
    @derwaechter016 жыл бұрын

    Can you simply mix some kitchen salt in your drink used while running (I for example simply take water mixed with a bit of fruit sirup to keep med going) or does it have to be the mix of salts in an energy drink?

  • @omgitsjakenjames
    @omgitsjakenjames6 жыл бұрын

    I like how this guy had to wear a piece of tape over the Nike symbol, lol

  • @EyeAmBatman

    @EyeAmBatman

    6 жыл бұрын

    i thought he was covering his nipple

  • @CiphersVII

    @CiphersVII

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@EyeAmBatman that high up?

  • @Julie-bo8kk
    @Julie-bo8kk7 жыл бұрын

    Love this video

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    And we love you!

  • @butterchicken61
    @butterchicken617 жыл бұрын

    iam a mid distance runner, 5k-10k, mostly because i have to do do strength training and hiit Training just after running. I would love if you post a video on science behind MMA FIGHTS, because it involves almost all muscles and both aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

  • @katrinalee5810
    @katrinalee58105 жыл бұрын

    I’m a runner! Used to be a couch potato. Actually mystic messenger got me running thanks to Zen always talking about his workouts. It motivated me!

  • @zz3410
    @zz34107 жыл бұрын

    Studies also show that carb loading needs to be preceded by a week of not eating carbs, just like taking caffeine helps if you haven't taken any for a week as well.

  • @laliv7281
    @laliv72817 жыл бұрын

    In training for my second marathon on March 19! \^-^/

  • @FordyRuns
    @FordyRuns6 жыл бұрын

    Great video runners

  • @linetilasike4828
    @linetilasike48285 жыл бұрын

    So I used to run, but I haven't run in over a year and I've gained a bunch of weight since I stopped. Have any of you done this and been able to get back into it? Was it hard or easy? What motivated you to get back into it?

  • @CraziiBunnieSuki
    @CraziiBunnieSuki7 жыл бұрын

    Been running for a long time but I never knew you start burning fat at the 20 mile mark. Thanks for this video :)

  • @patrickstock8568

    @patrickstock8568

    3 жыл бұрын

    Well that's my problem I never run 20 miles in one day

  • @MatonMastersound
    @MatonMastersound6 жыл бұрын

    How do I overcome pre-game anxiety? My long distance running always suffers when my nerves go crazy.

  • @MrPokerblot
    @MrPokerblot7 жыл бұрын

    interesting, so what happens after running a long distance when in the ketonic state? is it possible to top up on fat and protein rather than carbs to keep going or is that something the human body doesn't agree with or isn't designed for? Also, how long could you could go without cars just in general life?

  • @lukepetrinko3451
    @lukepetrinko34516 жыл бұрын

    All of the above

  • @ottocornett1151
    @ottocornett11514 жыл бұрын

    So what training do I need to do to run a 20 mile run in 3ish weeks. I’ve always done distance running but never 20 miles 🥵😳. Please give advice.

  • @IronWill
    @IronWill5 жыл бұрын

    I love my running :D

  • @loganstogentin5594
    @loganstogentin55946 жыл бұрын

    Good video I’m doing my first half marathon at thirteen

  • @lucascorea3215
    @lucascorea32155 жыл бұрын

    I'm sorry but elite marathon runners are the ultimate athlete. Holding a 4:40 (sometimes lower) mile for over 26 miles?! I mean most people can't hold that pace for half a mile

  • @717adventures5
    @717adventures55 жыл бұрын

    I did run my first marathon this past weekend though.

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    5 жыл бұрын

    Niiiiiice!

  • @davidc8470
    @davidc84706 жыл бұрын

    Nice running shoes ;)

  • @nnamdiazodo3323
    @nnamdiazodo33236 жыл бұрын

    God bless you for sharing this. Lovely

  • @tushar1198
    @tushar11985 жыл бұрын

    That's me too

  • @Ilikelife77
    @Ilikelife777 жыл бұрын

    "I'm 15 miles into this run, Another 11* to go!" ;)

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    There's no right distance when you're running from your feelings...

  • @lukaluka400

    @lukaluka400

    5 жыл бұрын

    He was training, so 7 :D

  • @aminahuko5504
    @aminahuko55047 жыл бұрын

    What's the chemistry for swimming?

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    We tackled the gross side of pool chemistry here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qXx91ciPlsm9lpM.html (hint: those signs that say "We don't swim in your toilet, so don't pee in our pool"? They're there for a good reason.)

  • @joelbates8996
    @joelbates89967 жыл бұрын

    Marathon Couch Jockey here

  • @Turko7326
    @Turko73263 жыл бұрын

    I'm 5,10 and 170lbs, not a bad size for my height but trying to shed some weight to help with the running efficiency.

  • @Morfeusm
    @Morfeusm7 жыл бұрын

    I am couch based athlete who is distance runner in the spare time.

  • @carajay5512
    @carajay55123 жыл бұрын

    I’m a track n XC as well as race walker. Distance all the way 💪

  • @vishnuv12_30
    @vishnuv12_306 жыл бұрын

    Please put up a video on diet before marathon

  • @pauljordan6615
    @pauljordan66155 жыл бұрын

    Can you avoid bonking altogether by taking energy gels during the run. Let's say 5 or 6 during a marathon?

  • @dsrnotverycashmoney1796

    @dsrnotverycashmoney1796

    4 жыл бұрын

    During a marathon the body starts running low on glucose about 1 hour in, after 1 hour you should try to take an energy gel or bar every 30-45 minutes in order to replenish glucose stores, this also keeps your stomach working stopping you from throwing up.

  • @katrinamoore1221
    @katrinamoore12216 жыл бұрын

    Runner. Working on the distance part.

  • @jacobrocks7
    @jacobrocks75 жыл бұрын

    I love watching people work out on TV from the comfort of my amazing couch while inhaling bags of chips, buckets of ice cream and of course chugging beer..that's my workout

  • @kinliss1183
    @kinliss11837 жыл бұрын

    @2:22 the Ketones molecule doesn't have a ketone functional group. It only contains an ester and alcohol. Can someone explain what I'm missing?

  • @TheSamzelot

    @TheSamzelot

    7 жыл бұрын

    Doesn't the ester contain a ketone group? Or am I wrong?

  • @kinliss1183

    @kinliss1183

    7 жыл бұрын

    I am Samzelot From what I thought, a carbonyl would fit that description (double bond O). A Ketones R groups should be carbon.

  • @TheSamzelot

    @TheSamzelot

    7 жыл бұрын

    A carbonyl group fits the discription too. I can't say I'm sure, but I think the carbon atom on the R' side makes it count as a keton ^^

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    Good catch the structure is actually an ester. Thanks for finding that. The "Ketone bodies" that are produced are quite confusing due to their metabolites but the main ketones produced are Acetone and Acetoacetate.

  • @TheSamzelot

    @TheSamzelot

    7 жыл бұрын

    Kevin Chan My bad then! nice catch ^^

  • @vinayvyraveraja7102
    @vinayvyraveraja71027 жыл бұрын

    FIRST!!! and hey reactions long time no see.

  • @canvercetti

    @canvercetti

    7 жыл бұрын

    :'(

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    *Internet fist bump* 👊

  • @vinayvyraveraja7102

    @vinayvyraveraja7102

    7 жыл бұрын

    *fist bump launched* >>👊

  • @Hushoo
    @Hushoo7 жыл бұрын

    Have you guys covered stretching at any length?

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    Not yet...

  • @dragonskunkstudio7582
    @dragonskunkstudio75827 жыл бұрын

    It's what they use to make Brawndo!

  • @MindCraft4You
    @MindCraft4You7 жыл бұрын

    How do you guys feel about ketosis diets in relation to this? Doesn't forcing your body into a state of ketosis mean that you're already starting your race past 'the wall'? I bet that would mean terrible endurance.

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    We've never met an endurance athlete who does that though I'm sure there are some.

  • @mahuyabanerjee9380
    @mahuyabanerjee93807 жыл бұрын

    can u suggest a cheap yet efficient energy drink based on its contents?

  • @giggybiggy

    @giggybiggy

    7 жыл бұрын

    buy some potassium salt, mix it in with water, add a bunch of sugar, and drink milk before and after

  • @Emil-yd1ge
    @Emil-yd1ge7 жыл бұрын

    I am a mid distance track runner

  • @eatmorenachos
    @eatmorenachos7 жыл бұрын

    I wonder how long it takes to hit "the wall" when cycling.

  • @obiwanschinobi

    @obiwanschinobi

    7 жыл бұрын

    Well, it depends how careful you are. Usually it happens sooner in urban than in rural areas. But then again, cycling through countryside, you may hit a fence.

  • @universalredguard
    @universalredguard6 жыл бұрын

    Good information, I usually just drink a bottle of water, or Gatorade, and eat a pickle and I'm good to go.

  • @ckck1499
    @ckck14997 жыл бұрын

    I'm a runner

  • @obiwanschinobi
    @obiwanschinobi7 жыл бұрын

    Are you Canadian?

  • @ujwallimbu3614
    @ujwallimbu36144 жыл бұрын

    I'm eating alot of carbs for a competition which I hope happen one day

  • @ericche2716
    @ericche27167 жыл бұрын

    Science for sprint running pls. Like if you agree

  • @hanphilnoffz8827

    @hanphilnoffz8827

    5 жыл бұрын

    that me

  • @FaujiFitnessCommando
    @FaujiFitnessCommando5 жыл бұрын

    What is he wear on his weist

  • @bigflat1238
    @bigflat12384 жыл бұрын

    “When you hit the wall open the door if the doors locked ,then use a key,if the key does not work ,go to a key maker ,if the next key does not work ,look around are you at the right house ,or has your wife binned you “big flat 7/7/2020

  • @patrickstock8568
    @patrickstock85684 жыл бұрын

    I'm a short to medium distance runner

  • @nemowastakentoo
    @nemowastakentoo2 жыл бұрын

    OUET!

  • @liveforlaughter3930
    @liveforlaughter39305 жыл бұрын

    800 and 4x400 college athlete. Hey someone has to do those events.

  • @mikelzubieta3923
    @mikelzubieta39235 жыл бұрын

    You underestimated the fat burning. It does not start when glycogen finishes, it starts ong before that. What is more, elite athletes try to train their bodies to start burning fat sooner in the race in order to have that source of energy from as soon as possible (fats are really aloric, they give much more energy than glucose).

  • @derfer007
    @derfer0075 жыл бұрын

    Alternate between water & Gatorade.

  • @mewkaryote649
    @mewkaryote6496 жыл бұрын

    I'm more into long distance walking and dancing

  • @xibalbabarca5350
    @xibalbabarca53507 жыл бұрын

    Great marathon runners don't eat pasta, they consume anti-inflammatory foods. Most pasta, unless whole grain only causes your blood sugar levels to spike, causing inflammation. It's better to consume greens, vegetables etc.

  • @Evan8275
    @Evan82754 жыл бұрын

    I’m a professional gamer, but I consider myself to be an athlete

  • @ForeverDunking
    @ForeverDunking7 жыл бұрын

    I run at the gym and Thought running 6 kilometers was actually good.. I need to get better then!

  • @SoberStart

    @SoberStart

    4 жыл бұрын

    Nick the cyclist what are you up to these days?

  • @maliahpalomo9796
    @maliahpalomo97967 жыл бұрын

    I'm a runner I play softball

  • @DheerajBhaskar
    @DheerajBhaskar7 жыл бұрын

    Lol, 'couch based athlete' :-D

  • @hanphilnoffz8827

    @hanphilnoffz8827

    5 жыл бұрын

    me too im athlete at the same time too

  • @ericmaldonado-avendano705

    @ericmaldonado-avendano705

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@hanphilnoffz8827 Wow you lazy.

  • @Ace_Angelo

    @Ace_Angelo

    5 жыл бұрын

    I’m a pro couch athlete

  • @hanphilnoffz8827

    @hanphilnoffz8827

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ericmaldonado-avendano705 I do track what I do there sprint and do some long distance run and hurdle soccer mid field cross country and I use to do taekwondo im 17 still born 2001 age 15 2016-2017 just boy scout age 15 was my laziest year

  • @hanphilnoffz8827

    @hanphilnoffz8827

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ericmaldonado-avendano705 I know I seat all day during charismas break track I do what the workout is and soccer gym I bench bench squat shoulder press warm up 7.2 mph for 800-2 mile if im running long lifting weight or do sprint later I warm up at 12 for 400 9.1 for 800-mile im very athletic but really lazy at night I never sweat morning or night

  • @madhumail09
    @madhumail093 жыл бұрын

    Daily 5ks and weekend 10k

  • @hanphilnoffz8827
    @hanphilnoffz88275 жыл бұрын

    im a sprinter

  • @noobsworld5706
    @noobsworld57066 жыл бұрын

    Steve prefontaine based athlete

  • @marshmccarthy
    @marshmccarthy5 жыл бұрын

    The chemistry seemed a bit too simple for a chemistry channel ngl mah bois

  • @darshansubba6475
    @darshansubba64753 жыл бұрын

    I am a runner who is out of breath

  • @100percentgradeA
    @100percentgradeA4 жыл бұрын

    15 + 7?

  • @user-fp2dz4ph6u
    @user-fp2dz4ph6u3 жыл бұрын

    distance runner

  • @davidc8470
    @davidc84706 жыл бұрын

    I run

  • @talayafrancois652
    @talayafrancois6525 жыл бұрын

    I’m a couch based runner

  • @kentonholmes1900
    @kentonholmes19003 жыл бұрын

    I am cross country runner 🏃

  • @xibalbabarca5350
    @xibalbabarca53507 жыл бұрын

    15 miles into a marathon, and you have 7 to go?... What about the other 4.2 miles?

  • @AS-zr6iw

    @AS-zr6iw

    6 жыл бұрын

    Xibalba Barca he’s doing a training run not running a full marathon

  • @lebrawlicjames2209
    @lebrawlicjames22096 жыл бұрын

    Bonk gang

  • @matthewcowell
    @matthewcowell7 жыл бұрын

    I thought the 'fire' feeling in legs was because of muscle tissue 'microtearing'?

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

    I've never heard or seen anything saying that before. If you know of something let us know. We have a video about protein, muscles and microtears here kzread.info/dash/bejne/fmlh1q2cmburd5s.html if you're inclined.

  • @aajjeee

    @aajjeee

    7 жыл бұрын

    Matthew Cowell microtearing happens in strenght exercise, not endurance

  • @jimoconnor8597
    @jimoconnor85975 жыл бұрын

    Duct tape over the Nike logo.. Bahahahahahahaha

  • @duydangdroid
    @duydangdroid7 жыл бұрын

    how'd this guy "hit the wall" without breaking a sweat?

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    7 жыл бұрын

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  • @johndavis2284
    @johndavis22845 жыл бұрын

    Moobs level = 10

  • @mellow8607
    @mellow86073 жыл бұрын

    I am a runner and have been since I was 6 I don't do drugs so I get high on life.

  • @lukepetrinko3451
    @lukepetrinko34516 жыл бұрын

    I run a 6 min mile

  • @ACSReactions

    @ACSReactions

    6 жыл бұрын

    Good for you.

  • @hanphilnoffz8827

    @hanphilnoffz8827

    5 жыл бұрын

    I run sub 6 minute mile yeah we need to get faster

  • @MrRavindranani
    @MrRavindranani4 жыл бұрын

    I am s distant student

  • @STARNPRODUCTIONS
    @STARNPRODUCTIONS5 жыл бұрын

    Secret to success...give all glory to God

  • @anishtiwari1121
    @anishtiwari11217 жыл бұрын

    I can run 10000000miles haaaaa!

  • @jasonlam3991
    @jasonlam39915 жыл бұрын

    but lactic acid doesn't exist in the human body...

  • @OleBuffy
    @OleBuffy4 жыл бұрын

    Nope, the glucose breaks into Lactate and hydrogen ions, not lactic acid. Please do your homework before putting forward expert advise.

  • @Mikeandthedyslexicunicorns
    @Mikeandthedyslexicunicorns3 жыл бұрын

    Ok I’ve tried drugs and running a half marathon..no, the runners high verse cocaine...no contest from a moment point of view, long term well, that’s could be up for discussion.

  • @717adventures5
    @717adventures55 жыл бұрын

    15 + 7 doesn't add up to 26.lol

  • @Justin-he4rd

    @Justin-he4rd

    4 жыл бұрын

    He was doing a 22 mile run to TRAIN for the MARATHON (26.2 miles)

  • @theplum8429
    @theplum8429 Жыл бұрын

    Get a camelbak

  • @mattg.3355
    @mattg.33553 жыл бұрын

    Just smoke weed 😂

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